The Blood-Red Cross is a thrilling adventure novel by L.T. Meade, first published in 1894. It follows the story of two young women, Mary and Alice, who are sent to a convent in France to escape the dangers of the French Revolution. At the convent, they meet a mysterious nun, Sister Agnes, who tells them of a secret society called the Blood-Red Cross. The society is dedicated to protecting the innocent from the violence of the revolution, and Sister Agnes enlists Mary and Alice to help her in her mission. The girls soon find themselves in the middle of a dangerous plot involving a powerful nobleman, a secret society, and a mysterious stranger. As they race against time to save innocent lives, they must also confront their own fears and doubts. Will they be able to save the day, or will they be consumed by the violence of the revolution?
By L.T. Meade · First published 1902 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance