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The Indiscretions Of A Lady's Maid
Restored Classics to Go EditionBy William Le Queux
Length7h 39m
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This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design. This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design.
"The Indiscretions of a Lady's Maid" by William Le Queux is a masterful collection of tales offering an enthralling glimpse into the opulent yet secretive world of the English aristocracy, as seen through the eyes of Mademoiselle Mariette, a perceptive lady's maid. Le Queux, celebrated as "The Master of Mystery," crafts a narrative rich with intrigue, romance, and social commentary, drawing readers into the hidden dynamics and complex lives of the wealthy.
Mariette's vivid accounts begin at the grand estate of Lady Allardyce at Branksome Court, where the opulence is only rivaled by the peculiarities and secrets that pervade the household. Her keen observations not only expose the eccentricities of the upper class but also hint at the transient nature of her own precarious position. As she becomes enmeshed in the lives of her employers, Mariette uncovers a web of deceit and danger, particularly surrounding the enigmatic Madame Henniker. Suspicious behaviors and ominous conversations point to a life riddled with perilous secrets, culminating in a shocking betrayal and a murder investigation that upends Mariette's world.
Further adventures see Mariette embroiled in a jewel heist orchestrated by the seemingly delightful Miss Rutherford-Morgan and her father, revealing them as notorious thieves. Through clever twists and unexpected turns, Mariette's story unfolds as a compelling exploration of identity, deception, and the moral complexities of the aristocracy. Each chapter peels back layers of mystery and surprise, ensuring readers are captivated until the very last page. This engaging narrative promises a thrilling journey into the human psyche and the shadowy truths of those who dwell in luxury.
Audiobook details
GenreMystery and Thriller, Literary Classics
Length7 hrs 39 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 1, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE INDISCRETIONS OF A LADY’S MAID
10CHAPTER VIII WHAT WAS IN THE STRONG ROOM
2“THE MASTER OF MYSTERY”
11CHAPTER IX CONCERNS TWO VISITORS
3CHAPTER I MADAME’S GENTLEMAN FRIEND
12CHAPTER X CONTAINS SOME REVELATIONS
4CHAPTER II THE WARDROBE DRAWER
13CHAPTER XI A QUEER MÉNAGE
5CHAPTER III LITTLE MRS. OTWAY
14CHAPTER XII A PEER OF THE REALM
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6CHAPTER IV THE NOAH’S ARK
15CHAPTER XIII CONCERNING MADAME’S LUGGAGE
7CHAPTER V GUILTY BONDS
16CHAPTER XIV MADAME AND THE BUTLER
8CHAPTER VI THE MYSTERY OF MONSIEUR
17CHAPTER XV THE PEOPLE AT LANCASTER GATE
9CHAPTER VII THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS
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