Jules Habsburg is blackmailed into a marriage with the man who murdered her lover, only to find herself drawn to a notorious cat burglar who may be her only hope for freedom. Jules lives a nightmare beneath the opulent facade of her marriage to Dominic DeRohan, a ruthless robber baron. Her life takes a dangerous turn when she encounters the enigmatic 'Panther,' a cat burglar operating on the Cote d’Azur. She sees in him a potential ally to escape her husband's cruel control, but the Panther is not easily swayed, even by her beauty and resolve. In a world of artists and aristocrats, Jules finds herself falling for this man of mystery, unaware that his own secrets could lead to their mutual destruction.

The novel is structured as a historical romance with elements of suspense, focusing on a protagonist caught between a dangerous marriage and a mysterious rescuer. The premise suggests a narrative driven by intrigue, forbidden attraction, and the high stakes of navigating a world of wealth and deception. The interplay between Jules and the Panther is likely to be central, exploring themes of trust and the consequences of hidden pasts. The setting of the Cote d’Azur implies a glamorous yet potentially perilous environment for the unfolding romance and suspense.