The poisoned paradise: A romance of Monte Carlo

By Robert W Service

A cloud of intrigue hangs over the glittering lights and opulent halls of Monte Carlo, where fortune's promise and peril entwine beneath the Riviera sun. In this early twentieth-century romance novel, the allure of the casino draws a cast of restless souls-gamblers, adventurers, and dreamers-each seeking their own escape or salvation amid the intoxicating glamour. The French Riviera setting is rendered with a sharp, atmospheric touch, capturing both the seductive beauty of the coastline and the undercurrents of risk that pulse through every card game and whispered conversation. This European romance book immerses the reader in a world where love and danger are inseparable, and every encounter is charged with possibility. The narrative unfolds amidst the marble corridors and lush gardens of Monte Carlo, exploring the magnetic pull of chance and the depths of human longing. With a deft hand, the author weaves together elements of gambling fiction and romantic adventure, creating a tapestry of suspense, passion, and moral ambiguity. The story's heart beats strongest in the moments where hope and despair collide-where a single turn of the roulette wheel can alter destinies, and where the boundaries between illusion and reality blur. As a Monte Carlo love story, it stands out for its evocative portrayal of a bygone era, when the city was a playground for the bold and the desperate. The characters' desires and fears are rendered with precision, inviting the reader to lose themselves in the intoxicating blend of risk, romance, and revelation. For those drawn to romance set in France, or to fiction that captures the spirit of the French Riviera, this adventure romance book offers a window into a world both dazzling and dangerous. 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. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9376552032
• ISBN13: 9789376552030
• Release Date: September 2026
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 290 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"