Eugène Sue
Marie-Joseph "Eugène" Sue was a French novelist. He was one of several authors who popularized the genre of the serial novel in France with his very popular and widely imitated The Mysteries of Paris, which was published in a newspaper from 1842 to 1843.
The Abbatial Crosier; or, Bonaik and Septimine. A Tale of a Medieval Abbess
Amidst medieval conflict, a former slave and an aging goldsmith face tyranny and change, forging an unexpected bond in a world on the brink.
By Eugène Sue
The Wandering Jew — Volume 02
Driven by regret and pursued by danger, an immortal wanderer searches for his scattered family amidst a world consumed by disease and shadowed by assassins.
By Eugène Sue
The Wandering Jew — Volume 06
In a world of deception and hidden agendas, a group of heirs fights for their rightful inheritance after a mysterious arrival shatters the carefully laid plans of those who seek to control their fate.
By Eugène Sue
The Mysteries of Paris, illustrated with etchings, Vol. 3
Amidst Parisian laughter and shadows, a lively young woman and a mysterious gentleman's lives intertwine with a grieving family as secrets and injustices begin to emerge.
By Eugène Sue
The Silver Cross; Or, The Carpenter of Nazareth
Amidst Roman rule, a slave's curiosity about a carpenter's teachings ignites a spark that threatens the established order.
By Eugène Sue
The Galley Slave's Ring; or, The Family of Lebrenn A Tale of The French Revolution of 1848
Amidst the chaos of revolution, a humble shop becomes the center of intrigue, unveiling a family's deep-seated secrets and their fight for survival.
By Eugène Sue
The Mysteries of Paris, illustrated with etchings, Vol. 4
In the dark underbelly of Paris, a young woman's world is upended as she fights to free her unjustly imprisoned friend, discovering love amidst the chaos of a corrupt society.
By Eugène Sue
The Mysteries of Paris, illustrated with etchings, Vol. 2
In a world of lavish balls and hidden agendas, a web of love, betrayal, and social climbing threatens to unravel the lives of Paris's elite.
By Eugène Sue
The Wandering Jew — Volume 09
Cursed with immortality guilt, a wanderer arrives in a plague-ridden city, hoping to bring salvation instead of further destruction.
By Eugène Sue
The Carlovingian Coins; Or, The Daughters of Charlemagne A Tale of the Ninth Century
In the age of Charlemagne, a young hostage and the emperor's daughter find themselves caught between loyalty to their people and an undeniable love.
By Eugène Sue
The Executioner's Knife; Or, Joan of Arc
A young girl's quiet village life explodes into a thrilling quest as she transforms into a legendary warrior to combat injustice.
By Eugène Sue
The Wandering Jew — Volume 07
An Indian prince navigates love and treachery in 19th-century Paris while discovering his place in a world of shifting expectations.
By Eugène Sue
A Romance of the West Indies
Set sail into a world of cunning adventurers, hidden treasures, and dangerous secrets amidst the exotic backdrop of the West Indies.
By Eugène Sue
Pride: One of the Seven Cardinal Sins
In a world ruled by tradition and ambition, a retired officer, his feisty housekeeper, and his ambitious nephew grapple with pride, honor, and the ever-changing expectations of society.
By Eugène Sue
The Marquis of Létorière
In 19th-century Paris, a charming but indebted marquis faces scorn and criticism as he struggles to resolve personal battles and regain his noble standing among the backdrop of financial woes and lawsuits.
By Eugène Sue
The Iron Arrow Head or The Buckler Maiden: A Tale of the Northman Invasion
As Vikings descend upon France, a skipper’s family is caught between loyalty to their community, the whims of their rulers, and the brutal reality of war.
By Eugène Sue
Avarice--Anger: Two of the Seven Cardinal Sins
In old Paris, a young woman’s devotion to her godmother and love for a man are tested by poverty, moral dilemmas, and the shadow of greed and rage.
By Eugène Sue
Luxury--Gluttony: Two of the Seven Cardinal Sins
** In a world of royal presence and unspoken desires, a timid count must survive innocence and romance amidst luxury, sin, and those with darker intentions.
By Eugène Sue
The Casque's Lark; or, Victoria, the Mother of the Camps
In a world torn apart by invasion, a nobleman must navigate treacherous political waters, savage captors, and conflicting loyalties to survive.
By Eugène Sue
The Knight of Malta
In a time of pirate raids and noble heroism, a courageous Muscovite saves a baron, setting the stage for a whirlwind of romance and danger.
By Eugène Sue