Voices Against the Throne

New York, Early 1900s: Exiled Rexanian Rebels' Intrigue Amidst Aristocracy, Desire, Duty, and the Battle for a Republic.

By: Mason Marlowe

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

Length: 3 hrs and 22 mins

Publisher's summary

"Voices Against the Throne" is a historical drama novel set in New York City during the vibrant early 20th century.

The narrative unfolds with an intriguing call to revolution, delivered amidst the bustling backdrop of an urban milieu. Four exiled Rexanian men, living under the veil of anonymity, instigate a plot to dismantle their homeland monarchy's lingering shadow over their lives. Yet, what begins as a clandestine operation in a humble diner, quickly spirals into an electrifying narrative drawn taut by political intrigue, personal ideology, and rare dose of fate.

In a thrilling twist, their scheme revolves around the enigmatic Crown Prince Carlo, who has inconspicuously inhabited America under an alias. When fate ties the unsuspecting prince and these rebels together with the progressive, yet aristocratically enamored Strong family, intricate emotional landscapes and dangerous political situations unfurl.

"Voices Against the Throne" adroitly juxtaposes grandeur and revolution, exposing the darker shades of revolutionary zeal amidst decadent settings. Add to these, a compelling human drama foregrounding personal sacrifices in the face of destiny and loyalty, and the novel successfully grapples with broad historical canvas and intimate human dilemmas.

While the monarch's regal dignity stands contrasted with the fervent longing for freedom of his would-be captors, the narrative underscores themes of loyalty, duty, and personal sacrifice. The price paid for such fervent belief is seen in one of the revolutionary's descent into madness and self-immolation, highlighting the fatal flaw in blind fanaticism.

The heavy mantle of royal duty and the allure of a simple, free life wage a war within Prince Carlo, providing an entrancing exploration of internal conflict. However, duty prevails as he resolves to return to his homeland, resolute in securing his kingdom's future, despite potential peril to his personal life.

With a climax that is as emotionally stirring as it is unexpected - the deliverance of the prince by the Strong family and the consequential unveiling of his royal identity - the narrative delivers a heart-rending mix of adrenaline and romanticism. As Prince Carlo prepares to return to Rexania and ascend his rightful throne, he bids adieu to his American friends and a love that could have been.

As a penetrating historical drama, "Voices Against the Throne" delicately weaves a narrative tapestry of political setups, personal sacrifices, and turbulent crossroads between duty and desire, offering a compelling exploration of heritage and the relentless passage of destiny.