Beloved, a Novel of 18th Century France

Set in eighteenth century France, the story follows Christina DiClementi, the daughter of an Italian silk merchant, as she prepares to marry her childhood love, Richard Magnet, the youngest son of a baron. Their plans are violently disrupted by a murder, propelling them into a tumultuous journey filled with profound loss, passionate obsession, and unexpected alliances. The novel features rich characterizations and explores themes of love and betrayal against a lavish historical backdrop.