Maryka Biaggio Reihenfolge der Bücher (Chronologisch)

This sweeping historical novel tells the true story of May Dugas, a beautiful con artist whose escapades in the late 19th and early 20th centuries take her around the globe, pursued by a determined Pinkerton detective. The narrative begins in 1917, with May on trial for extortion, recounting her life from her arrival in Chicago in 1887 at just eighteen. Initially seeking to support her family, she finds herself in a notorious bordello, where she learns to wield her charm to extract money from wealthy men. May quickly ascends into Chicago’s high society, securing a wealthy fiancé until detective Reed Doherty intervenes, disrupting her plans. Undeterred, she masters the art of seduction and social climbing, eventually marrying a Dutch Baron. However, Reed continues to pursue her, leading to a thrilling cat-and-mouse chase across cities like San Francisco, Shanghai, and London. As the story alternates between her trial and her adventurous past, readers are left to ponder May's fate. Spanning nearly thirty years, the tale coincides with significant historical events, showcasing May's extravagant lifestyle filled with luxury. The Pinkertons deemed her "the most dangerous woman in the world," but to many, she was simply a glamorous figure in high society. Was she a heartless swindler or a resourceful provider for her family?