The House of de Mailly

Name: The House of de Mailly
Author: Margaret Horton Potter

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CEFR level: C1
Length: 35 chapters
Format: The complete book

About this book

In 1744 Paris, Count Claude de Mailly navigates treacherous court intrigues and forbidden desires as he grapples with his feelings for the proud and elusive Mme. de Châteauroux amid the shadows of royal favor and rivalry.

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