The Lost Treasure of Trevlyn: A Story of the Days of the Gunpowder Plot

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The Lost Treasure of Trevlyn: A Story of the Days of the Gunpowder Plot

by Evelyn Everett-Green

EN·~13 hours

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Set against the turbulent days of the Gunpowder Plot, the story follows a headstrong youth caught between his father's rigid Catholic fervor and his own yearning for a broader, more compassionate faith. As heated arguments echo through the stone walls of the old gatehouse, the boy’s quiet resolve begins to draw the attention of those who guard a centuries‑old secret hidden somewhere in the sprawling Trevlyn estate.

Beyond the family’s religious clash, whispered rumors of a lost treasure stir curiosity throughout the countryside. The young protagonist, aided by a daring sister and an enigmatic wise woman, embarks on a cautious search that weaves through moonlit heath, hidden dells, and the shadowed corridors of ancient houses. Their quest promises both danger and discovery, offering listeners a vivid glimpse of loyalty, courage, and the lingering mysteries of a nation on the brink of upheaval.

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Language

en

Duration

~13 hours (805K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Martin Robb

Release date

2005-09-05

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Evelyn Everett-Green

Evelyn Everett-Green

1856–1932

Known for a huge range of historical adventures, family stories, and books for young readers, this prolific Victorian and Edwardian novelist wrote with a gift for brisk plots and clear moral stakes. Her work remained popular enough to find new life in digital libraries long after her death.

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