
Michael Lanyard, the enigmatic gentleman thief known as the Lone Wolf, moves through high‑society soirées with a blend of elegance and danger. His sharp mind and flawless manners mask a past riddled with heists, betrayals, and secret alliances. At a lavish ballroom, he confesses a love that feels both inevitable and impossible, revealing a tenderness that surprises even the most hardened of his acquaintances. The chemistry between Lanyard and the graceful Eve de Montalais crackles with unspoken promises and lingering doubts.
When a new, shadowy scheme surfaces, Lanyard is forced to weigh his devotion against the perilous world he inhabits. Old contacts reappear, and a cryptic message hints at a threat that could shatter the fragile peace he has carved out with Eve. As the stakes rise, the Lone Wolf must decide whether to protect the woman he cherishes or succumb once more to the lure of his dangerous vocation. The first act sets the stage for a tense dance of love, loyalty, and the relentless pull of a life lived on the edge.
Language
en
Duration
~9 hours (519K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David T. Jones, Mary Meehan, Al Haines & the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net
Release date
2019-04-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1879–1933
Best known for creating the gentleman thief Michael Lanyard, he helped shape early 20th-century popular fiction with a mix of mystery, adventure, and romance. His stories reached huge audiences in print and on screen, especially through the long-running Lone Wolf series.
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