The Baroness Orczy Library

Baroness Emma Orczy

Enter a world of secret identities, desperate escapes, ingenious crimes, gallant adventurers, and mysteries concealed beneath the most respectable of appearances.

The Baroness Orczy Library brings the works of Baroness Emma Orczy to life in full, from the daring exploits of The Scarlet Pimpernel to her tales of detection, intrigue, loyalty, danger, and romance.

Here are drawing rooms where no one is quite what they seem, revolutions where a single moment may decide a life, and puzzles in which the smallest clue may betray the greatest secret.

So draw nearer and listen. Adventure, after all, may be waiting just beyond the door.

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S3 · E3
Yesterday · 24 min
The Emperor's Candlesticks Chapter 3
In which a small band of conspirators, under the cover of Vienna’s Carnival, secretly discuss the bold abduction of a high-profile hostage and the delicate measures required to secure his safety and their comrades’ freedom. Amongst furtive plans and...
S3 · E4
Yesterday · 17 min
The Emperor's Candlesticks Chapter 4
In which the young and impulsive Tsarevitch, ensnared by a beguiling stranger, finds himself unexpectedly confined in a strange abode under guarded watch, whilst his devoted attendant and guardian grapple with despair and seek aid from a discerning...
S3 · E2
Wednesday · 9 min
The Emperor's Candlesticks Chapter 2
In which a masked young man named Iván Volenski encounters the enigmatic Madame Demidoff at a lively opera ball, where their exchange hints at hidden concerns beneath the gaiety. After the mysterious departure of a disguised figure and an odalisque,...
S3 · E1
Wednesday · 7 min
The Emperor's Candlesticks Chapter 1
In which the lively gaiety of Vienna on Shrove Tuesday provides a dazzling and colourful backdrop to a masked intrigue at the opera ball, where mystery and playful pursuit weave through the throng. The spirited Tsarevitch, delighting in the freedom of...
S2 · E25
Tuesday · 24 min
The Old Man in the Corner Chapters 35 & 36 - Suicide or Murder? & the End
In which the curious and sombre circumstances surrounding the death of Mrs. Owen, a once respectable caretaker whose unexplained change in fortune and associations arouse suspicion and litigation, unfold through a series of testimonies and intricate...
S2 · E24
Monday · 17 min
The Old Man in the Corner Chapters 33 & 34 - The Living and the Dead & the Mysterious Death in Percy Street
In which the old man in the corner unravels the curious circumstances surrounding a deadly family intrigue, drawing attention to hidden motives and the clever staging of appearances that baffle even the keenest observers. Later, the same beguiling...
S2 · E23
Monday · 10 min
The Old Man in the Corner Chapter 32 - A High-Bred Gentleman
In which the sombre proceedings of a coroner's inquest unfold, centring on the Earl of Brockelsby and the tragic demise of his brother amidst legal disputes and fading promises of peace. The attentive testimonies of hotel staff introduce an enigmatic...
S2 · E22
Sunday · 9 min
The Old Man in the Corner Chapter 31 - The De Genneville Peerage
In which the Old Man recounts the curious and historic complications surrounding the de Genneville peerage, a tale entwined with ancient documents, twin-born heirs, and a lavishly contentious legal claim. The narrative culminates in the grim discovery...
S2 · E21
Sunday · 15 min
The Old Man in the Corner Chapters 29 & 30 - The Motive & Friends
In which the intricate details of a seemingly clumsy murder are carefully examined, revealing how appearances can deceive both the police and the public, and a young man’s steadfast alibi confounds the prosecution’s case. The observer then shares a...
S2 · E19
Saturday · 9 min
The Old Man in the Corner Chapters 26 & 27 - A Sensation & Two Blackguards
In which the curious case of Mr. Morton's assault and the mysterious letters signed by 'Armand de la Tremouille' unfold before the magistrate, revealing inconsistencies and casting doubt upon the accused's guilt. The man in the corner, with his...
S2 · E20
Saturday · 12 min
The Old Man in the Corner Chapter 28 - The Regent’s Park Murder
In which an enigmatic gentleman seated in a corner entertains Miss Polly Burton with a detailed and curious account of the mysterious murder of Mr. Aaron Cohen, a man connected to the intriguing and secretive world of London's gambling clubs. This...
S2 · E17
September 25 · 16 min
The Old Man in the Corner Chapters 23 & 24 - A Memorable Day & an Unparalleled Outrage
In which a shadowy courtroom drama unfolds over an accused gentleman’s alleged forgery, revealing a tangled web of family discord, legal cunning, and the poignant fragility of truth. Following this, the narrative shifts to the seaside, where a...
S2 · E18
September 25 · 17 min
The Old Man in the Corner Chapter 25 - The Prisoner
In which a perplexing case of assault and robbery unfolds in Brighton, centered on a mysterious lodger named Edward Skinner and a large sum of money linked to a secret past. The courtroom drama reveals a tangled web of blackmail and concealed...
S2 · E16
September 24 · 19 min
The Old Man in the Corner Chapters 21 & 22 - The Dublin Mystery & Forgery
In which the man in the corner unravels the curious case of the Brooks family: a sudden death, a startling murder, and the scandal of a contested will that shakes Dublin society to its core. With keen observation and patience, he guides us through the...
S2 · E15
September 24 · 17 min
The Old Man in the Corner Chapters 19 & 20 - Conflicting Evidence & an Alibi
In which the intricate details of a baffling bank theft unfold through conflicting testimonies and clever alibis, revealing the tangled web of family loyalty and suspicion beneath the surface of public opinion. The man in the corner, with his peculiar...
S2 · E13
September 23 · 14 min
The Old Man in the Corner Chapters 16 & 17 - Non Proven & Undeniable Facts
In which the man in the corner recounts the dramatic trial of Edith Crawford, detailing the prosecution and defence arguments surrounding the mysterious diamond earrings and the tragic death of Lady Donaldson. Their ensuing conversation delves into...
S2 · E14
September 23 · 13 min
The Old Man in the Corner Chapter 18 - The Theft at the English Provident Bank
In which the astute Old Man expounds upon the elusive role of feminine influence in crime, particularly in relation to the unresolved theft at the English Provident Bank, inviting Miss Polly Burton into the intricate details of the case. Through a...
S2 · E12
September 22 · 9 min
The Old Man in the Corner Chapter 15 - A Terrible Plight
In which a somber trial unfolds in Edinburgh, casting a young woman into the harsh glare of public opinion as she faces grave accusations linked to a tragic death and a missing fortune. The courtroom becomes a theatre of poignant testimonies and...
S2 · E11
September 22 · 7 min
The Old Man in the Corner Chapter 14 - The Edinburgh Mystery
In which the old man in the corner recounts to Miss Polly Burton a curious and somber tale from Edinburgh society, centred on the troubled fortunes of the Graham family and the tragic fate of Lady Donaldson. The narrative unfolds with an air of...
S2 · E10
September 21 · 10 min
The Old Man in the Corner Chapter 13 - A Cunning Rascal
In which a seemingly straightforward case of a robbery involving a Russian prince reveals unexpected layers of deception, prompting the Old Man in the Corner to unravel the interplay of suspicion, social standing, and the subtleties of human character...

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