Length1h 8m
About this audiobook
A faded aristocratic couple finds their dignity challenged when they realize they are better at posing as royalty than being themselves. James masterfully explores the intersection of art and socioeconomic reality through the lens of a struggling illustrator. This poignant tale questions whether true nobility lies in status or in the silent grace of survival.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.7 (1.2K)
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GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length1 hr 8 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateFeb 23, 2026
LanguageEnglish
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