Red Masquerade: Being the Story of the Lone Wolf's Daughter

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Vance, Louis Joseph, 1879-1933

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Red Masquerade: Being the Story of the Lone Wolf's Daughter" by Louis Joseph Vance is a novel set in the early 20th century. The narrative begins within the world of high-stakes art auctions in London, centering around Michael Lanyard, a young and successful art collector. As events unfold, he encounters a mysterious prince and two captivating young women, including Sofia, the titular "Lone Wolf's Daughter." The story likely interweaves themes of love, betrayal, and the complexities of identity against a backdrop of social intrigue. The opening of the novel introduces Michael Lanyard, who is deeply engaged in the atmosphere of an auction house, where he observes the evolving dynamics between attendees, including an exotic prince and the beautiful Princess Sofia. Lanyard's interest is piqued when he senses a dangerous rivalry between the prince and the princess, who seems to be embroiled in a tumultuous relationship with him. The tension escalates during a bidding war for a painting, where Lanyard's unexpected intervention on behalf of Sofia adds layers to the narrative, hinting at romantic connections and brewing conflict. The initial chapters establish a compelling world of glamour infused with peril, inviting readers to explore the journeys of these intriguing characters further. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Suzanne Shell, Elaine Walker and Project Gutenberg Distributed Proofreaders Updated: 2022-11-28.

Notes:

Reading ease score: 69.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2003-12-01