The emperor's candlesticks

By Baroness Emmuska Orczy Orczy

A glittering ballroom in imperial Russia, a pair of ornate candlesticks concealing the fate of empires-here, every shadow masks a secret and every gesture may be a lie. In a world where the boundaries between loyalty and betrayal blur, a single night can alter the course of nations. Set against the opulent yet perilous backdrop of nineteenth century Europe, this historical mystery novel immerses readers in a labyrinthine plot of aristocratic intrigue, royal family secrets, and the shifting loyalties of European espionage. The narrative pulses with the tension of classic adventure stories, as couriers, spies, and nobles alike become entangled in a perilous game with stakes that reach far beyond their own ambitions. This masterwork, long unavailable and now revived by Alpha Editions, transports us to the heart of the Victorian era, where nothing is as it seems and even the most glittering surface may hide a deadly purpose. For fans of classic mysteries and readers of historical fiction, its immersive detail and deftly woven suspense evoke the best of Baroness Orczy books, inviting comparisons with the celebrated exploits of the Scarlet Pimpernel. Yet, beneath the thrill of coded messages and clandestine meetings, the tale resonates with timely questions about power, trust, and the cost of loyalty-concerns as urgent today as they were in the salons and palaces of imperial Russia. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations, ensuring that its rich tapestry of European intrigue and Victorian era fiction endures. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, inviting both casual readers and classic-collection buyers to lose themselves in a world where secrets can topple thrones and courage is measured in shadows.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9374126257
• ISBN13: 9789374126257
• Release Date: March 2026
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 136 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"