"Who is this man, this Scarlet Pimpernel?"
"Every day this question grew more pressing to the rulers of the French Revolution. Only this man and his band of followers threatened their total power. Only this maddeningly elusive figure defied the vast network of fanatics, informers and secret agents that the Revolution spread out to catch its enemies.
Some said this man of many disguises, endless ruses and infinite daring was an exiled French nobleman, returned to wreak vengeance. Others said he was an English lord, seeking sheer adventure and supreme sport in playing the most dangerous game of all.
But of only one thing could those who sought him be sure. They knew all too well the symbol of his presence, the blood-red flower known as the Scarlet Pimpernel..." -Back Cover
I've read this book more times than I can count. It's on my short list of all-time favorites, and after watching the Anthony Andrews/Jane Seymour film adaptation of this book this week I had to read it again. (I've seen the movie more times than I can count, too.) I've had me a little crush on Sir Percy Blakeney since the first time I read this as a teenager. I love that he is handsome, brave, honorable, resourceful, intelligent and proud, yet not too proud to appear to be a complete idiot in public to protect his true identity. Who he plays in public is the polar opposite of who he really is. I love that he loves wholeheartedly and is loved wholeheartedly. So, basically he's the perfect man - Edward Cullen included - and that's coming from a huge Twilight fan.
1 comment:
Always love your suggestions. I've got this one on hold at my library. I don't know how I missed ready this or even knowing about this book.
I've also reserved the movie. Yeah!!
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