Episodes

  • The Head of the House of Coombe Chapter XXVI

    The Head of the House of Coombe Chapter XXVI
    27 Sep 2026
    In which a young girl of uncommon beauty and spirit is tenderly introduced to the venerable Dowager Duchess of Darte, who, sensing the flame of feeling within the child, offers her a dignified place as companion, thus opening a door to new hopes and quiet aspirations. Meanwhile, the girl’s determination to support herself stirs a curious blend of amusement and acceptance among her kin, illuminating the delicate balance between independence and the ties of family.
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    15 min
  • The Head of the House of Coombe Chapter XXIV

    The Head of the House of Coombe Chapter XXIV
    26 Sep 2026
    In which a young girl endures a shattering betrayal that leaves her trembling with fear and distrust, whilst those about her strive gently to shield her from the harsh truths of a world more cruel than she had ever imagined. Amidst sombre reflection and guarded kindness, she is cautiously offered a chance at secure independence, though her heart remains heavy with the shadow of recent anguish.
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    19 min
  • The Head of the House of Coombe Chapter XX

    The Head of the House of Coombe Chapter XX
    24 Sep 2026
    In which a young girl contemplates her future with steady resolve while navigating the curious and sometimes unsettling attentions of distinguished visitors, including a formidable Prussian officer whose presence stirs unease both in her and those around her. Meanwhile, beneath the surface of polite society, a secretive undercurrent of espionage and whispered designs involves a bitter governess whose weary heart harbours a dangerous devotion to a commanding figure.
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    27 min
  • The Head of the House of Coombe Chapter XVII

    The Head of the House of Coombe Chapter XVII
    23 Sep 2026
    In which the quiet dignity of the Dowager Duchess of Darte’s ancient London home provides a sanctuary for thoughtful discourse amid the tides of history and the shifting powers of Europe. There, the Head of the House of Coombe visits to share grave reflections on a restless continent and a singular, unsettling ambition that grows unseen, yet with terrible promise.
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    33 min
  • The Head of the House of Coombe Chapter XV

    The Head of the House of Coombe Chapter XV
    22 Sep 2026
    In which the curious transformation of a neglected child’s surroundings and the emergence of her passionate nature are gently unfolded amid the shifting fashions and social whirl of early London society, revealing the quiet, enigmatic influence of a distant lord. With tender observation, the narrative wanders through the growth of a young girl’s world, marked by tentative kindness, secret sorrow, and the complex interplay of adult indifference and faint affection.
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    27 min
  • The Head of the House of Coombe Chapter XIV

    The Head of the House of Coombe Chapter XIV
    21 Sep 2026
    In which we observe the delicate and somewhat troubled relations between the young Robin and the aloof Feather, whose disdain for the child reveals much about the subtle complexities of the household. The arrival of a new nurse and the unexpected gestures of kindness from Lord Coombe begin to uncover the concealed emotions and tensions that ripple quietly beneath the polished surface of their lives.
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    18 min
  • The Head of the House of Coombe Chapter XII

    The Head of the House of Coombe Chapter XII
    20 Sep 2026
    In which a tempest of innocent rebellion stirs in a child's heart, transforming her from a meek little creature into a fierce spirit defying her nurse’s harsh discipline in the shadowed nursery. The arrival of a stern and imperious lord interrupts the grim scene, swiftly altering the fates of both nurse and child with his chilling judgement and sovereign authority.
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    16 min
  • The Head of the House of Coombe Chapter XXI

    The Head of the House of Coombe Chapter XXI
    25 Sep 2026
    In which a young girl named Robin, guided by her steadfast Fräulein Hirsch, finds herself drawn into the gentle society of Lady Etynge and her delicate daughter Hélène, exploring the tender possibility of becoming a companion while wandering through the awakening beauty of Kensington Gardens. Amidst blossoming hopes and soft confidences, Robin’s adventure takes a curious turn when she becomes unexpectedly confined within the elegant rooms that had so filled her with promise and delight.
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    32 min