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The Game and the Candle

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The Game and the Candle

A Tale of Love, Mystery, and Dark Family Secrets in the Late 19th CenturyBy Eleanor M. Ingram

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The Game and the Candle

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About this audiobook

Eleanor M. Ingram's "The Game and the Candle" unfolds a rich tapestry of human relationships set against the backdrop of early 20th-century society. Ingram employs a keenly observed narrative style that merges realism with subtle psychological depth, illuminating the intricate dynamics of love, ambition, and deception. The novel deftly navigates the societal conventions of its time, revealing the tension between personal desire and social expectation, making it a compelling exploration of moral complexity that resonates with contemporary readers. Ingram, a prominent figure in early feminist literature, draws from her own experiences as an educator and social commentator to create nuanced characters that grapple with the constraints imposed upon them. Her academic background in sociology and literature informs her portrayal of social strata, enabling her to craft compelling arguments about gender roles and personal autonomy. This personal connection to the themes explored in the novel, combined with her astute observational skills, lends authenticity to the characters' journeys. "The Game and the Candle" is essential reading for anyone interested in a profound exploration of interpersonal dynamics set within a vividly constructed historical context. Ingram invites readers to reflect on the tender yet tumultuous human experience, urging us to confront the choices we make and the lives we touch in our quest for authenticity.

Royalty & Courts Political Intrigue Hidden Identity Arranged Marriage Royalty Romance Family Betrayal

Audiobook details

GenreHorror, Mystery and Thriller

Length4 hrs 36 mins

Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices

FormateBook with Audio

Publish dateApr 25, 2021

LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Introduction

14CHAPTER XIII: THE INTERVENTION OF ADRIAN

2&quot;Come in, Officer,&quot; Stanief invited pleasantly.

15CHAPTER XIV: THE ORDEAL

3CHAPTER IV: THE BOND

16CHAPTER XV: AT THE GATES OF CHANGE

4CHAPTER V: THE NEW DAY

17CHAPTER XVI: FIRE LILIES

5CHAPTER VI: &quot;THE KING IS DEAD—LONG LIVE THE KING&quot;

18CHAPTER XVII: AN ARABIAN NIGHT

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6CHAPTER VII: ALLEGIANCE

19CHAPTER XVIII: THE LAST WEEK

7CHAPTER VIII: TO MEET THE EMPEROR

20CHAPTER XIX

8CHAPTER IX: GUINEVERE OF THE SOUTH

21ADRIAN&#x27;S DAY

9CHAPTER X: A STANIEF&#x27;S OWN

22There existed no one else for either.

10CHAPTER XI: IN THE REGENT&#x27;S STUDY

23CHAPTER XX

11CHAPTER XII

24CLOSED

12THE TURN IN THE ROAD

25THE END

13&quot;Will you ride with me, Monseigneur?&quot;

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