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The Scarlet Pimpernel

By: Baroness Orczy
Narrated by: Ralph Cosham
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"Who is this man, this Scarlet Pimpernel?" Each day this question grew more pressing to the leaders of the French Revolution. Only this man and his band of followers threatened their total power. Only this maddeningly elusive figure defied the vast network of fanatics, informers, and secret agents that the Revolution spread out to catch its enemies.

Some said this man of many disguises, endless ruses, and infinite daring was an exiled French nobleman, returned to wreak vengeance. Others said he was an English lord, seeking sheer adventure and supreme sport in playing the most dangerous game of all. But of only one thing could those who sought him be sure. They knew all too well the symbol of his presence: the blood-red flower known as the Scarlet Pimpernel.

(P)2005 Blackstone Audio Inc.
Classics Espionage Historical Historical Fiction Romance Spies & Politics Thriller & Suspense French Revolution Funny Witty France
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"A swashbuckling adventure tale of epic proportions...an exciting, fast-paced story." (Large Print Reviews)
"Arguably the best adventure story ever published, and certainly the most influential that appeared during the early decades of the 20th century." (Gary Hoppenstand)
Thrilling Adventure • Romantic Elements • Excellent Character Voices • Complex Hero • Historical Setting • Clever Plot
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The author paints vivid scenes that are wonderfully entertaining. The end of the book grew tedious with repetition of several phrases ad nauseum. Still I overall enjoyed the story and recommend it to other listeners.

A good listen

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This is such a fun and quick listen. The narrator is one of the best I've heard. This story sounds very modern. The pace and the characters had me laughing out loud. Some people have found the repeated descriptions too flowery or over the top, but I loved the use of epithets and repeated descriptive markers - a classical touch (again, offering evidence that there is likely more going on here than first meets the ear). Adventure story, satire, love story, class warfare - oh my!

Surprisingly fantastic!

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The narrator was able to convey all emotions Margarite well. His portrayal of Percy and Chauvelin were nice.

Good narration of a classic

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The narration was perfect. Characters were played in a way that stired the imagination. Spoken with great feeling.

Loved the narration

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Light weight, some silliness, great intrigue, fun ending. I never tire of rereading this story.

Loved it!

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I read this book so many times as a kid. as an adult, I have less time to read so it was fun to listen to it this time around

My favorite classic

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I adore this story and have done ever since I read it in high school several years ago. It is unfortunately dated and a significant aspect of the novel hinges on dreadful anti-semitic stereotypes, however. For that I have given it four out of five stars.

Stellar

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Interesting description and fun scenes bracketed with living history. More than a but heavy to exposition, but the narrator's voice is soothing and pleasant.

Comforting and Familiar

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I got this book because it was on sale and probably wouldn't have considered it otherwise, but that would have been my loss. It was a fun, light adventure. Even though it was predictable, it kept me listening - just one more chapter and another and another. I thought the narrator was great. Very fun listen.

Fun, Light Adventure

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This story captivated my interest and kept it! I tend to be picky about the voices of readers. I had no problem listening to this performer! Worth my time!

Enjoyable story!

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