Roses of Trianon* by Egerton Castle
The story revolves around the French Revolution and its aftermath, focusing on the doomed love affair between a young aristocrat, Henri de Mirecourt, and a beautiful peasant girl, Marie Grosholtz. The novel explores themes of social class, loyalty, and sacrifice as the protagonists navigate the treacherous landscape of revolutionary France.
By Egerton Castle · First published 1909 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama · 4,215 words
First lines
"_As for the girl, she turned to her new being -- _ _Loved, if you will: she never named it so: _ _Love comes unseen -- we only see it go._" AUSTIN DOBSON.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Egerton Castle
- Date: 1909 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama, Adventure, Literary Fiction
- Length: 4,215 words
- Structure: 1 section, 83 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — Set in a historical period with detailed historical context and events.
- Romance — Central love story with romantic elements driving the plot.
- Drama — Intense character development and emotional themes.
- Adventure — Characters embark on significant journeys and face various challenges.
Tags
Historical Fiction · Romance · French Revolution · Palace Intrigue · Royal Court · Nobility · Aristocracy · 18th Century · France · Trianon Palace · Versailles · Court Life