Rupert of Hentzau
Anthony Hope
Paperback
(Collins, Dec. 15, 1972)
Foiled in his previous attempts to gain power in Ruritania, Rupert, prince of villains, seeks revenge. Every year, Queen Flavia sends a rose to Rassendyll, the man she loves and when she is indiscreet enough to send a letter, Rupert sees his chance. This is the sequel to "The Prisoner of Zenda".