Historical Fiction
The Ewer of the Rose
A Tale of Love, Loyalty, and Treachery in Seventeenth-Century France
It was a crisp spring morning in the quaint town of Lyon when the sun rose over the Rhône River. The streets were already bustling with merchants, artisans, and nobles, their faces aglow with a sense of anticipation. For today was the day of the Bièvre's Spring Fair, an occasion that brought together the finest goods and wares from across the kingdom.Among the throngs of people was a young woman named Sophie de Lenoir, her golden tresses tied beneath a modest veil.
By: Dickens & Co
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Submitted: 20/06/2024
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480 Words