The Orange Trees of Versailles

Set in the 1670s at the glittering court of Versailles, the story follows fourteen-year-old Marion, a gifted perfumer with an extraordinary sense of smell. When she is called to serve Louis XIV's mistress, Marion is drawn into a dangerous plot to poison the queen of France. Using her talent for creating and recognizing scents, she must unravel the intrigue and protect the royal family. The novel blends historical detail with a young heroine's unique gift in a tale of mystery and adventure.