Madame Flirt A Romance of 'The Beggar's Opera'

"Madame Flirt" by Charles Edward Pearce is a historical romance set in 18th-century London that follows Lavinia Fenton, a talented street singer yearning for a brighter future. Amidst the colorful backdrop of London's Maiden Head Inn, Lavinia's enchanting voice captures the hearts of influential figures like the poet John Gay and Lord Bolingbroke, who see her potential for greatness. As Lavinia's ambitions rise, she must navigate complex relationships and rivalries, including a tense encounter with Sally Salisbury, all while struggling against the constraints imposed by her own family and the perilous world around her.