The Black Tulip

In this historical novel set in late 17th-century Holland, tulip-grower Cornelius van Baerle finds himself imprisoned and accused of treason amidst turbulent political strife. His relationship with Rosa, the jailer's daughter, ignites a quest that intertwines love with a pursuit of the rare and mythical black tulip. The story explores themes of integrity, obsession, and tolerance, using the black tulip as a powerful symbol of human potential.