Edward Bulwer Lytton 
Lucretia 

"Lucretia" is a novel by Edward Bulwer-Lytton. The story takes place in Italy during the 16th century and follows the life of a beautiful and intelligent young woman named Lucretia. Lucretia is a young woman who falls in love with the handsome Count di Peschiera. However, their happiness is short-lived as the Count's true nature is revealed, and Lucretia is forced to flee for her life. She meets a young artist named Claude, and the two fall deeply in love. However, their happiness is threatened when the Count discovers their relationship and seeks revenge. Will Count Di take revenge on both of them? Is Count Di going to kill his love? The book is known for its vivid descriptions of life in Italy during the 16th century, as well as for its exploration of the consequences of betrayal and the power of revenge.