A True Woman

A True Woman is one of Baroness Orczy's most heartfelt romances, exploring love, loyalty, and sacrifice in a world where social class and expectations weigh heavily on the heart. The novel follows a young woman whose devotion and strength are tested as she faces betrayal, misunderstanding, and the harsh judgments of society. Torn between duty and passion, she must prove that true love endures beyond appearances, wealth, or circumstance. Orczy, best known for her swashbuckling heroes, turns here to an intimate tale of emotion and resilience, crafting a powerful portrait of a woman whose courage lies not in adventure, but in her unwavering heart.

Baroness Emmuska Orczy (1865–1947) was a Hungarian-born British novelist, playwright, and artist, best remembered as the creator of the legendary hero The Scarlet Pimpernel. Born in Tarnaörs, Hungary, she moved to London in her youth and established herself in literary circles with her flair for romantic adventure and historical drama. Orczy's groundbreaking novel The Scarlet Pimpernel (1905) introduced readers to Sir Percy Blakeney, the daring English aristocrat who, in disguise, rescued French nobles from the guillotine during the Revolution—an archetype that inspired countless masked and double-identity heroes in popular culture, from Zorro to Batman. Beyond the Pimpernel series, she penned detective stories such as The Old Man in the Corner, historical romances, and even works on Hungarian life and folklore. Her works combined suspense, wit, and a deep love for heroism, earning her international acclaim. Orczy continued writing until her final years, leaving behind a legacy as one of the pioneers of modern adventure and mystery fiction