The Chaplet of Pearls: Or, The White and Black Ribaumont by Charlotte M. Yonge: The book is set in France during the 16th century, and tells the story of two young people, Gaspard de Ribaumont and Marguerite de Valois. Gaspard is a Huguenot, while Marguerite is a Catholic. The two fall in love, but their relationship is forbidden due to their religious differences. The book follows the two characters as they try to overcome the obstacles in their way. They are forced to flee France when the Huguenots are massacred on the orders of the king. They eventually find refuge in England, where they are able to marry and start a new life. The book is a historical romance, but it also explores the themes of religious tolerance and love. It is a story of two people who are willing to fight for their beliefs, even in the face of great danger.