The Snare by Rafael Sabatini (1917)

Name: The Snare
Author: Rafael Sabatini

The novel follows the story of a young Italian nobleman, Count Andrea Ferrara, who is forced to flee his home in Italy after being falsely accused of a crime. He finds himself in London, where he meets a mysterious woman, Lady Mary, who helps him to find a place to stay and a job. Count Andrea soon discovers that Lady Mary is a spy for the British government, and that she is using him to help her uncover a plot to overthrow the British government. As the plot thickens, Count Andrea finds himself in the middle of a dangerous game of espionage and intrigue, and must use all of his wits and courage to survive. The Snare is a thrilling adventure story, full of suspense and intrigue, and is sure to keep readers on the edge of their seats.

By Rafael Sabatini · First published 1917 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance · 22 chapters · 82,655 words

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It is established beyond doubt that Mr. Butler was drunk at the time. This rests upon the evidence of Sergeant Flanagan and the troopers who accompanied him, and it rests upon Mr. Butler's own word, as we shall see. And let me add here and now that however wild and irresponsible a rascal he may have been, yet by his own lights he was a man of honour, incapable of falsehood, even though it were calculated to save his skin. I do not deny that Sir Thomas Picton has described him as a "thieving blackguard." But I am sure that this was merely the downright, rather extravagant manner, of censure peculiar to that distinguished general, and that those who have taken the expression at its purely literal value have been lacking at once in charity and in knowledge of the caustic, uncompromising terms of speech of General Picton whom Lord Wellington, you will remember, called a rough, foulmouthed devil.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Rafael Sabatini
Date: 1917 CE
Language: English
Genres: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance, Action/Thriller
Length: 82,655 words
Structure: 22 chapters, 2,045 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Historical Fiction — The Snare is set in the 17th century and follows the story of a young man's journey to reclaim his family's honor.
Adventure — The Snare follows the protagonist's journey as he embarks on a quest to reclaim his family's honor, encountering many obstacles and adventures along the way.
Romance — The Snare features a romantic subplot between the protagonist and a woman he meets on his journey.
Action/Thriller — The Snare features intense action sequences and thrilling moments as the protagonist faces off against his enemies.