Whither Thou Goest

Name: Whither Thou Goest
Author: William Le Queux

The novel is a romance and adventure story set during the late 19th century. It follows the protagonist, a young woman who becomes embroiled in a complex web of international intrigue and espionage. As she navigates this treacherous landscape, she must confront her own feelings for a mysterious figure who may be working against her interests. The story is driven by themes of loyalty, duty, and the struggle between individual desire and national responsibility. The protagonist's journey takes her from the streets of London to the courts of Europe, where she becomes embroiled in a high-stakes game of cat and mouse with rival agents and spies. Throughout the novel, the author explores the tensions between personal relationships and public duty, raising questions about the morality of espionage and the true nature of loyalty. The story is characterized by its fast-paced action, intricate plotting, and vivid descriptions of late 19th-century Europe.

By William Le Queux · First published 1906 · Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Adventure · 25 chapters · 90,550 words

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The Earl of Saxham was vastly annoyed when his son, Guy, fell in love with a "penniless nobody," and announced that he would marry her against all opposition. He determined to separate the lovers; to which end he persuaded an influential friend in the Foreign Office to secure an appointment for Guy in the Embassy at Madrid. He little knew that he was sending his son into the centre of a hotbed of anarchism, that Guy's footsteps were to be dogged by a vindictive and revengeful woman, that his life was to hold many a thrilling moment and not a few narrow escapes.

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Work type: Novel
Author: William Le Queux
Date: 1906 CE
Language: English
Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Adventure, Romance, Historical
Length: 90,550 words
Structure: 25 chapters, 2,265 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Mystery — The plot revolves around a central mystery that drives the narrative forward.
Thriller — The story contains suspenseful and thrilling elements that keep the reader engaged.
Adventure — The characters embark on a journey that involves action and exploration.
Romance — There are romantic subplots that influence character motivations and relationships.