The King's Jackal, published in 1898 by Richard Harding Davis, is a political intrigue novel set in Tangier, Morocco. It follows the exiled King of Messina and his loyal supporter, Prince Kalonay, as they plot to reclaim the throne amidst a backdrop of conspiracy and ambition. Key characters include the Countess Zara, whose role becomes crucial as tensions rise, and an American journalist, Archie Gordon, who complicates their plans. Davis, a notable American war correspondent and writer, captures the complexities of power and loyalty in this engaging narrative.
