Cover of The Scarlet Pimpernel

    The Scarlet Pimpernel

    Baroness Orczy

    226 pages

    Timeless adventure recalls the terror following the French Revolution when hundreds were condemned to face the guillotine daily — with their only hope a courageous leader who spirited aristocrats across the Channel to safety.

    This book is an enjoyable read with artistic writing and well-developed characters. The sense of adventure and the surprising ending will keep you engaged, while the romance adds an intriguing layer to the story.