The historical and adventurous novel by the Russian writer Yevgeny Maurin tells about the adventure-filled life of the French actress Adelaide Gus, who became famous in the 18th century for her exceptional dramatic art and no less exceptional debauchery. Among the heroes of the work are the Swedish king Gustav III, the Danish king Christian VII, Napoleon Bonaparte, Catherine the Great, Count Grigory Orlov, Prince Grigory Potemkin.