The Queen's Scarlet The Adventures and Misadventures of Sir Richard Frayne

"The Queen's Scarlet" by George Manville Fenn is a tale that sweeps readers into the life of Sir Richard Frayne, a young baronet on the cusp of adulthood and an army career. When Richard discovers his cousin Mark's deceitful borrowing, a heated argument erupts, changing their lives forever. As a result of the fight, Mark suffers a severe injury, casting a shadow of suspicion and accusations of manslaughter upon Richard. The weight of family secrets and the repercussions of Mark's choices threaten to engulf Richard, setting the scene for a vivid exploration of honor, treachery, and the path to redemption.