His Majesty's Well-Beloved / An Episode in the Life of Mr. Thomas Betteron as told by His Friend John Honeywood

Name: His Majesty's Well-Beloved / An Episode in the Life of Mr. Thomas Betteron as told by His Friend John Honeywood
Author: Baroness Emmuska Orczy Orczy

By Baroness Emmuska Orczy Orczy

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The narrative is presented as a clerk's account of a celebrated stage actor whose success provokes both admiration and enmity and whose romantic entanglements become the focus of gossip and suspicion. Set amid theatres and courtly circles, the story traces whispered scandals, social plotting, and the strain placed on a woman's trust after a compromising public encounter. Episodes shift between private loyalty and public reputation, following conspiracies, jealous rivals, and attempts to defend honour, while examining how favour, rumor, and personal passion shape careers and intimate relationships in a world governed by appearance and influence.

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Baroness Emmuska Orczy Orczy

Baroness Emmuska Orczy was a Hungarian-born British author and playwright, best known for her creation of the character the Scarlet Pimpernel, a daring hero of the French Revolution. Her novel "The Scarlet Pimpernel" introduced readers to a world of adventure and intrigue, blending romance with historical fiction. Orczy's works often feature themes of bravery and loyalty, reflecting her own experiences as a refugee from Hungary. In addition to her famous series, she wrote numerous novels and plays, including "Lady Molly of Scotland Yard" and "I Will Repay," showcasing her versatility across genres. Her contributions to literature have left a lasting impact, particularly in the realm of adventure fiction.