The Countess Fanny: A Cornish Sea Piece (1856)
Restored Classics to Go EditionBy Marjorie Bowen
Length12h 20m
About this audiobook
Marjorie Bowen's "The Countess Fanny: A Cornish Sea Piece" weaves a tale of mystery, love, and societal constraints set against a dramatic Cornish backdrop. The story begins with a prologue that introduces Countess Francesca Sylvestra Caldini, or Countess Fanny, through the reflections of an elderly man, hinting at secrets and the burden of societal expectations on women's reputations. As his grandson explores the possibility of a hidden truth, themes of duty, honor, and lifelong secrets emerge. Lucius, one of the main characters, finds himself torn between societal obligations and his feelings for the captivating Countess Fanny. Despite his commitment to another woman, Amy, Lucius is drawn to Fanny, whose boldness challenges societal norms. Their relationship, fraught with tension, underscores the themes of love, honor, and the complexities of human emotions. Fanny's insistence on staying with Lucius forces him to confront his responsibilities, ultimately leading to a poignant separation marked by misunderstanding and unresolved emotions. The narrative escalates with Fanny's presumed death during a storm, leaving the village in grief and speculation. Ambrosia, managing her household amid the turmoil, reflects resilience while grappling with her own feelings for Lucius. The story delves into tangled relationships and the burdens of past affections, as Oliver, Fanny's brother, struggles with jealousy and grief. A fatal confrontation between Oliver and Lucius on a cliff results in Oliver's death, further complicating the narrative with themes of guilt and loss. In the epilogue, Ambrosia, now the Countess of Lefton, confronts the emotional distance in her marriage while attending an opera in Paris. The sight of a woman reminiscent of Fanny stirs memories, prompting reflection on love, memory, and the superficial nature of social conventions. The narrative leaves readers contemplating the true depth of happiness and the secrets that linger beneath the surface of aristocratic life. This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design.
Audiobook details
GenreRomance, Literary Classics
Length12 hrs 20 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateFeb 1, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PROLOGUE
20CHAPTER XIX
2CHAPTER I
21CHAPTER XX
3CHAPTER II
22CHAPTER XXI
4CHAPTER III
23CHAPTER XXII
5CHAPTER IV
24CHAPTER XXIII
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6CHAPTER V
25CHAPTER XXIV
7CHAPTER VI
26CHAPTER XXV
8CHAPTER VII
27CHAPTER XXVI
9CHAPTER VIII
28CHAPTER XXVII
10CHAPTER IX
29CHAPTER XXVIII
11CHAPTER X
30CHAPTER XXIX
12CHAPTER XI
31CHAPTER XXX
13CHAPTER XII
32CHAPTER XXXI
14CHAPTER XIII
33CHAPTER XXXII
15CHAPTER XIV
34CHAPTER XXXIII
16CHAPTER XV
35EPILOGUE
17CHAPTER XVI
36TRANSCRIBER’S NOTES
18CHAPTER XVII
37The Sword Decides
19CHAPTER XVIII
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