Lord Tony's Wife

About this book

Lord Tony's Wife is a historical adventure novel by Baroness Orczy, set during the turbulent years of the French Revolution. The story follows Yvonne Dewhurst, who becomes entangled in the dangerous world of revolutionary France and the heroic League of the Scarlet Pimpernel.

The novel features Lord Tony Dewhurst, one of the Scarlet Pimpernel's most trusted companions, and tells the story of how he met and fell in love with his wife. Against the backdrop of the Reign of Terror, with its guillotines and mob violence, the characters navigate treacherous political waters while attempting daring rescues.

Baroness Orczy, famous for creating the Scarlet Pimpernel series, brings her signature blend of romance, suspense, and swashbuckling adventure to this tale. The novel captures the atmosphere of revolutionary France while delivering a satisfying story of courage, loyalty, and love triumphing over tyranny.