Cover of Hoax

Hoax

Narrated by Madeleine Pelling

Released
May 7, 2026
Length
9 hrs 50 mins
Format
Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher
Profile Audio
Set against the turbulent backdrop of Georgian England, this engaging history explores the stories of Fanny Lynes, Mary Bateman, and Mary Willcocks—three women whose lies and identities sparked scandal, belief, and moral panic. Through their tales of deception, the audiobook examines the clash between superstition and rationalism during the Enlightenment, revealing a complex world of hoaxes, true crime, and societal fears. It offers a thought-provoking reflection on humanity’s enduring struggle with truth and deception.

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