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A Royal Prisoner

By Pierre Souvestre

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

A journalist's New Year's Eve takes a dark turn when he stumbles into a royal scandal involving murder and deceit in the heart of Paris, forcing him to untangle a web of lies to uncover the truth.

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2009-01-13
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Summary

"A Royal Prisoner" by Pierre Souvestre ensnares a journalist, Jerome Fandor, into a thrilling Parisian murder mystery connected to King Frederick-Christian II and his mistress, Susy d'Orsel. The narrative begins on New Year's Eve, when a stranger pulls Fandor down a rabbit hole of unforeseen circumstances, leading to Susy's apartment. The celebration abruptly turns tragic when Susy plunges to her death after a night of drinking, launching an investigation that exposes hidden secrets. The King's presence at the scene intensifies the drama, making Fandor a key player in uncovering the truth as alliances shift between royalty and the ever-watchful Detective Juve.

About the Author

Pierre Souvestre was a French lawyer, journalist, writer and organizer of motor races. He is mostly remembered today for his co-creation with Marcel Allain of the fictional arch-villain and master criminal FantĂ´mas.

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