Marivosa

Marivosa is a tale of romance, danger, and political intrigue set in Europe during a time of unrest. The novel follows the captivating Marivosa, a woman whose beauty and intelligence draw her into a perilous world of espionage and betrayal. Caught between powerful men and dangerous loyalties, she must rely on her courage and cunning to navigate treacherous plots and protect those she loves. Baroness Orczy blends suspense and passion into this story, crafting a heroine as resourceful as she is enchanting. With its mix of love, intrigue, and high drama, Marivosa captures the spirit of Orczy's best romantic adventures.

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