The Flowers of Darkness — Elisabeth Barr

Eleanor La Vanne, entrusted with the task of bringing Marie Antoinette's jewels to safe custody in England, was betrayed and killed before she left France. Luella March, escaping from a miserable life with a sadistic employer, became involved in the strange events surrounding Eleanor's death. A fugitive directed Luella to the Dorset Castle where Quinn Mallory lived. He had been assigned the task of recovering the treasures. Quinn and Luella were caught in a web of intrigue, and, as events moved towards a climax, they discovered themselves drawn to one another by a compelling love.

Hero: Quinn Mallory
Heroine: Eleanor La Vanne