About this book
A Fascinating Traitor: An Anglo-Indian Story by Richard Savage catapults listeners into a late-Victorian tapestry of espionage, honor, and colonial politics. Major Alan Hawke’s chance encounters in Geneva and the shadowy intrigues that follow weave through Delhi drawing rooms, viceroyal councils, and clandestine coastal pursuits.
Savage’s fiction blends suspenseful adventure with sharp observations of Anglo-Indian society under the British Raj. Themes of loyalty and betrayal play out against diplomatic maneuvering, princely ambition, and the private pasts that refuse to stay buried. Expect brisk action—mysterious bungalows, secret missions, and daring escapes—framed by period detail and the moral ambiguity of empire. The novel’s literary voice carries both romance and satire, offering insight into the manners and tensions of late 19th-century imperial life without resorting to modern anachronism.
Perfect for fans of historical fiction and classic literature, this audiobook will appeal to listeners who enjoy Victorian-era thrillers, colonial intrigue, and character-driven mysteries. Choose this captivating narrative if you want an atmospheric, fast-paced tale that illuminates the complexities of identity and power in imperial India.
