Alexandre Dumas 
Royal Life Guard 
Or, the Flight of the Royal Family, a Historical Romance of the Suppression of the French Monarchy

Fans of classic historical fiction will delight in this gem from Alexandre Dumas, author of such masterpieces as The Count of Monte Cristo and The Three Musketeers. Bringing together fast-paced action and a richly detailed look at life in a bygone era, The Royal Life Guard merits a place on your must-read list.