"A Cabinet Secret" by Guy Boothby is a historical novel that plunges into the heart of the Second Boer War, unveiling a cunning conspiracy ready to capitalize on the British Empire's weaknesses during this period of conflict. The book follows intricate characters deep in a world of espionage, circling the mysterious Countess de Venetza and the clandestine individuals connected to her. Opening with a suspenseful scene in Naples, the narrative introduces two men eagerly awaiting the Countess's yacht. Their conversation reveals their involvement in a plan with the potential to shake a powerful empire, highlighting themes of deception and mystery. As the men set their plot to meet the Countess, her charisma and beauty are expressed to show the reader her vital influence in upcoming events. They build up stress around their intentions and the confidential elements of their task, promising a conflict of duty and personal desire throughout the narrative.
A Cabinet Secret
By Guy Boothby
Amidst war and whispers of conspiracy, a beautiful countess becomes the key to a plot that could shatter a mighty empire.
Summary
About the AuthorGuy Newell Boothby was a prolific Australian novelist and writer, noted for sensational fiction in variety magazines around the end of the nineteenth century. He lived mainly in England. He is best known for such works as the Dr Nikola series, about an occultist criminal mastermind who is a Victorian forerunner to Fu Manchu, and Pharos, the Egyptian, a tale of Gothic Egypt, mummies' curses and supernatural revenge. Rudyard Kipling was his friend and mentor, and his books were remembered with affection by George Orwell.
Guy Newell Boothby was a prolific Australian novelist and writer, noted for sensational fiction in variety magazines around the end of the nineteenth century. He lived mainly in England. He is best known for such works as the Dr Nikola series, about an occultist criminal mastermind who is a Victorian forerunner to Fu Manchu, and Pharos, the Egyptian, a tale of Gothic Egypt, mummies' curses and supernatural revenge. Rudyard Kipling was his friend and mentor, and his books were remembered with affection by George Orwell.
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