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In this, the last of the Three Musketeers novels, Dumas builds on the true story of a mysterious prisoner held incognito in the French penal system, forced to wear a mask when seen by any but his jailer or his valet. If you have skipped the novels between The Three Musketeers and this, a few notes will bring you into the story:On one side – Aramis, now a bishop and secretly the Captain-General of the Jesuit Order, who believes he has found a path to a higher honor – the papacy. Monsieur Fouquet, the vastly rich minister of finance, Aramis’ ally. Philippe, the identical twin of King Louis...

Delve into the thrilling world of Americas top-notch detective, Nick Carter. No enigma is too intricate for him. From unraveling the darkest of crimes to retrieving lost treasures, Carter is your man. In this episode, we explore the grand apartment of Mr. Rudolph Strickland, a space that was once filled with invaluable treasures. But a robbery has risked not just his fortune, but also his precarious health. Will Carter be able to restore order and justice? Tune in to find out.

Dive into the mysterious world of the Domino Club, where a case of opium poisoning is anything but simple. Following the murder of Dr. Weathered, our protagonist is plunged into a twisted game with stakes running high - a stolen case book that threatens the entirety of London society. Guided by Zenobia Salome, the Leopardess, and a poison unknown even to renowned expert Sir Frank Tarleton, the narrative unfolds through the eyes of an unwilling participant in this deadly charade. Unravel the mystery as we delve into the darkest corners of the human heart, exposing the dreadful lengths one might...

Dive into the captivating mystery of Hidden Mask, a roller coaster ride of suspense and intrigue that starts from the moment Lawrence Clayton finds an unknown dead man in his apartment, murdered in cold blood. His shock intensifies when he finds himself face-to-face with a sinister dwarf who has infiltrated his home. This marks the beginning of a chain of baffling events, each more mysterious and perilous than the last. But when he attempts to share his predicament, he realizes he lacks any tangible proof, leading everyone around him to question his sanity. Immerse yourself in this riveting ...

City of Masks is a swashbuckling adventure in a setting reminiscent of Shakespeare's Italy (complete with twins). In the city-state of Bonvidaeo, by custom and law everyone must wear a mask and act in character with it, or face civil, social and religious penalties. Gregorius Bass is sent to Bonvidaeo as the Envoy of Calaria, primarily to get him out from underfoot. Masked as the Innocent Man, and in the company of his radical young Bonvidaoan servant, Bass stumbles into mystery, intrigue, heresy and murder.

Delve into the enigmatic tale of the Man in the Iron Mask, a nameless prisoner doubly-confined in the late 1600s - his body ensnared within an iron cage, and his face perpetually hidden behind an iron mask. His identity, the reasons for his incarceration, and the conditions of his imprisonment have sparked intrigue and speculation for hundreds of years. Prolific writer, Alexandre Dumas, once declared that every aspect of this masked mans life ignites intense curiosity. This comprehensive exploration offers an engaging summary of theories surrounding the masked prisoners identity and history, ...

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Fans of Louisa May Alcott's Little Women will remember that her heroine Jo wrote racy novels before turning her hand to more "serious" literature. Alcott, writing under the pseudonym A. M. Barnard, often did the same, and Behind a Mask (1866) is one of her sensation novels. It focuses on Jean Muir, who enters the home of the wealthy Coventry family as governess to their sixteen-year-old daughter. But is the beguiling Miss Muir all that she seems to be? (Introduction by Elizabeth Klett)

Behind a Mask; or, a Woman's Power by Louisa May Alcott - Set in Victorian era Britain, the story follows Jean Muir, the deceitful governess of a rich Coventry family. With expert manipulation, Jean Muir obtains the love, respect, and eventually the wealth of the Coventry family.