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The Puppet Crown

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Historical Fiction

The Puppet Crown

Enriched edition. Royal Intrigue and Forbidden Love in 17th-Century FranceBy Harold MacGrath

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The Puppet Crown

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About this audiobook

In "The Puppet Crown," Harold MacGrath weaves a compelling tale set against the backdrop of a fictional European monarchy, brimming with political intrigue and the trials of personal ambition. MacGrath's narrative exhibits a rich, descriptive literary style that fuses elements of romance and adventure, reflecting the era's fascination with nobility and societal hierarchies. The novel explores themes of power, manipulation, and the cost of ambition, as characters navigate a labyrinth of courtly deception, revealing the fragile threads that bind the crown to those who seek it. Harold MacGrath, an American author and playwright born in 1871, was deeply influenced by his experiences in the world of theater and his exposure to the rich tapestry of European cultures. His travels and observations likely inspired his portrayals of royalty and court life, as he brought an outsider's perspective to the intrigues of European aristocracy. MacGrath's extensive literary career, which spans various genres, showcases his fascination with human nature and the complexities of authority. "The Puppet Crown" is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and those intrigued by the dynamics of power. MacGrath's sharp wit and keen insights into human motivation will captivate readers, making them ponder the lengths to which individuals will go to achieve their dreams, even as they become ensnared in the very puppetry of the crowns they desire. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance. - Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

Political Intrigue Royalty & Courts Hidden Identity Conspiracy Historical Romance Royalty Romance Hero Forbidden Love Arranged Marriage Betrayal Mystery Antihero Thriller Revenge Espionage

Audiobook details

GenreRomance, Historical Fiction

Length12 hrs 1 min

Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices

FormateBook with Audio

Publish dateDec 6, 2019

LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Introduction

9CHAPTER XIV. QUI M&#x27;AIME, AIME MON CHIEN

2The Puppet Crown

10CHAPTER XVI. WHAT HAPPENED AT THE ARCHBISHOP&#x27;S PALACE AND AFTER

3CHAPTER I. THE SCEPTER WHICH WAS A STICK

11CHAPTER XVIII. A MINOR CHORD AND A CHANGE OF MOVEMENT

4CHAPTER III. AN EPISODE TEN YEARS AFTER

12CHAPTER XXI. A COURT FETE AT THE RED CHATEAU

5CHAPTER V. BEHIND THE PUPPET BOOTH

13CHAPTER XXIV. THE PRISONER OF THE RED CHATEAU

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6CHAPTER VII. SOME DIALOGUE, A SPRAINED ANKLE, AND SOME SOLDIERS

14CHAPTER XXVI. A PAGE FROM TASSO

7CHAPTER IX. NOTHING MORE SERIOUS THAN A HOUSE PARTY

15CHAPTER XXIX. INTO STILL WATERS AND SILENCE

8CHAPTER XI. THE DENOUEMENT

16Memorable Quotes

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