Dorado

In the Scarlet Pimpernel's fourth outing, he and his league want to free the orphaned Dauphin of France from his captors. But someone else has the same idea, although for very different, and selfish, reasons. In addition to trying to outflank his rival, the Pimpernel also has to deal with a member of his inner circle whose romance has caused him to disobey orders and put the entire plan in jeopardy. Completing his mission while once again escaping the clutches of his arch-enemy Chauvelin will push the Pimpernel to the breaking point.Perfect for readers who crave swashbuckling adventure mixed with historical intrigue, this fourth Scarlet Pimpernel novel delivers all the daring escapades and clever plotting that made the series legendary. With betrayal within the ranks, a dangerous rival, and the fate of France's lost Dauphin hanging in the balance, Sir Percy Blakeney faces his most perilous mission yet. Fans of classic adventure fiction and French Revolutionary tales will be captivated by this masterful blend of romance, heroism, and heart-stopping suspense.