Pimpernel and Rosemary

Name: Pimpernel and Rosemary
Author: Baroness Emmuska Orczy Orczy

By Baroness Emmuska Orczy Orczy

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The story opens in July 1916 and follows Rosemary Fowkes, a celebrated woman torn between a former passionate attachment to Peter Blakeney and a looming marriage to Jasper Tarkington. Wartime conditions and ruined surroundings bring private resentments and ambitions to the surface as intimate confrontations, social maneuvering, and secretive acts involving soldiers and concealed tokens unfold. The narrative alternates personal drama and moments of suspense to explore choices about love, duty, pride, and the costs of ambition.

About the Author

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.