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Castles in the Air

Baroness Emmuska Orczy

Publisher: Al-Mashreq eBookstore

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Castles in the Air is a sparkling collection of romantic adventures and cleverly spun tales, narrated by Orczy's charming storyteller, Hector Ratichon, a self-proclaimed "confidential agent of Napoleon." In these stories, Ratichon recounts his extraordinary exploits in post-Revolutionary France, weaving together humor, suspense, and drama as he helps nobles, lovers, and schemers untangle their affairs. But Ratichon is no ordinary hero — boastful, sly, and not above bending the truth, he gives these tales a mischievous charm that sets them apart from Orczy's more serious works. A delightful blend of wit, adventure, and romance, Castles in the Air offers readers a playful escape into a world where honor and folly often collide.
Available since: 09/01/2025.
Print length: 300 pages.

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