Length7h 1m
About this audiobook
Castles in the Air is a sparkling collection of romantic adventures and cleverly spun tales, narrated by Orczy's charming storyteller, Hector Ratichon, a self-proclaimed "confidential agent of Napoleon." In these stories, Ratichon recounts his extraordinary exploits in post-Revolutionary France, weaving together humor, suspense, and drama as he helps nobles, lovers, and schemers untangle their affairs. But Ratichon is no ordinary hero — boastful, sly, and not above bending the truth, he gives these tales a mischievous charm that sets them apart from Orczy's more serious works. A delightful blend of wit, adventure, and romance, Castles in the Air offers readers a playful escape into a world where honor and folly often collide.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★ 3.4 (105)
Includes Goodreads
GenreGeneral Fiction, Historical Fiction
Length7 hrs 1 min
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 1, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Castles in the Air
2Foreword
3Chapter 1: A Roland For His Oliver
4Chapter 2: A Fool’s Paradise
5Chapter 3: On The Brink
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6Chapter 4: Carissimo
7Chapter 5: The Toys
8Chapter 6: Honour Among —
9Chapter 7: An Over-Sensitive Heart
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