To Capture What We Cannot Keep

Set against the backdrop of 1887 Paris, this story follows Caitriona Wallace, a widowed chaperone, and Emile Nouguier, a man from a prominent family, as their paths cross during a hot air balloon journey. As the Eiffel Tower rises and a world of tradition and innovation unfolds around them, they must navigate their vastly different social worlds and consider the true meaning of love. Rich in historical detail and vivid storytelling, the novel explores a transformative period marked by passion, societal expectations, and artistic revolution.