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Le Fanu, Joseph Sheridan
1814
1873
LeFanu, J. S. (Joseph Sheridan)
Fanu, Joseph Sheridan Le
Fanu, J. Sheridan Le
The Room in the Dragon Volant
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"The Room in the Dragon Volant" by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu is a novel likely written in the mid-19th century. This tale weaves mystery and romance through the adventures of the protagonist, Richard Beckett, a young English gentleman who finds himself embroiled in unexpected intrigue while traveling in post-Napoleonic Europe. As he journeys from Brussels to Paris, Beckett encounters a captivating yet enigmatic lady shrouded in mystery, hinting at deeper, potentially perilous connections. At the start of the novel, Richard Beckett is introduced as a spirited young man recently come into a substantial inheritance. As he travels towards Paris, he encounters a distressed carriage containing a veiled lady and her elderly companion. Despite his efforts to assist, her identity remains elusive, which only intensifies his fascination. Shortly thereafter, Beckett checks into the Belle Étoile inn, where he becomes increasingly aware of the tensions surrounding the mysterious Count and Countess de St. Alyre. The atmosphere thickens further with the introduction of Colonel Gaillarde, whose violent outburst foreshadows darker events to come. The opening chapters paint a vivid picture of intrigue, potential danger, and the beguiling nature of love, setting the stage for the unfolding drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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