The Tangled Skein

Name: The Tangled Skein
Author: Baroness Emmuska Orczy Orczy

By Baroness Emmuska Orczy Orczy

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The story moves from a bustling fair into the intrigues of a royal court, following a young noblewoman whose grace and situation draw her into a tangled web of alliances, rivalries, and secret manoeuvres. A mysterious veiled witch figure, ambitious noblemen and a powerful ecclesiastical agent shape a sequence of schemes compared to a chess game, producing duels of wit and force, an armed truce, a consequential trial in Westminster Hall, and poignant farewells as loyalties shift and strategic decisions determine personal and political outcomes.

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.