
audiobook
Chapter One. - Two Young Courtiers.
Chapter Two. - Signs of the Times.
Chapter Three. - Getting into Hot Water.
Chapter Four. - Frank’s Eyes begin to Open.
Chapter Five. - The Officer of the Guards.
Chapter Six. - Frank Feeds The Ducks.
Chapter Seven. - How Frank Gowan grew one Year older in one Day.
Chapter Eight. - The Traitors’ Heads.
Chapter Nine. - Frank has a Bad Night.
Chapter Ten. - In the Horns of a Dilemma.
The story opens in a sun‑lit anteroom of the early Georgian palace, where two teenage courtiers—one reckless, one meticulously proper—spar with jokes and jabs about swords, etiquette, and the stifling life of the royal household. Their banter captures the clash between youthful freedom and the rigid expectations of a court still finding its footing under a new king. Through their quick‑witted exchanges, listeners get a vivid sense of early‑18‑century London, its clouds, its splendour, and the palpable tension between tradition and change.
Together they navigate a world of polished corridors, secret glances, and whispered obligations, each trying to prove his worth while longing for the open fields of their youth. Their bond, forged in humor and rivalry, becomes a lens for exploring honor, loyalty, and the cost of ambition in a time of political transition. As they step deeper into court life, the listeners can expect a compelling mix of historical detail and personal growth that keeps the early drama lively and relatable.
Language
en
Duration
~10 hours (614K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Release date
May 4, 2007
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1831–1909
Best known for lively adventure stories, this Victorian writer also worked as a teacher, journalist, and editor before turning his energy to fiction. His books often mix action, curiosity, and a strong sense of place, which helped make him a popular author for younger readers.
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