A Lady's Captivity among Chinese Pirates in the Chinese Seas


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(4.4 stars; 22 reviews)

This thrilling narrative recounts the true story of Fanny Loviot, a wealthy, young French girl who was kidnapped at sea. After setting sail for California in 1855, Fanny's boat was overtaken by Chinese pirates who held her hostage and demanded a ransom. This personal account follows her trying time in captivity, as well as her dramatic rescue by British authorities. - Summary by Mary Kay (3 hr 36 min)

Chapters

Dedication 2:06 Read by Will Staunton
Chapter I 18:39 Read by kgon
Chapter II 17:18 Read by kgon
Chapter III 24:33 Read by kgon
Chapter IV 19:10 Read by kgon
Chapter V 24:17 Read by kgon
Chapter VI 23:38 Read by kgon
Chapter VII 28:24 Read by kgon
Chapter VIII 22:15 Read by kgon
Chapter IX 19:50 Read by kgon
Chapter X 7:22 Read by kgon
Corroborative Extracts from the French Press 9:16 Read by kgon

Reviews

amazing true story


(5 stars)

Wish this app was as user friendly for iPhone as it is for Android. Can't ever tell when my reviews are actually sent with iPhone. Great story, excellent reading.

meh...


(3 stars)

pleasantly surprised that "Karen" read. 5 stars for the reader, 2 stars for content.

A Masterful Reading! Thank you so much!


(5 stars)