Anthony Hope 
Sophy of Kravonia 

A young, beautiful maidservant, Sophy Grouch, born into an unassuming family, spreads her wings and embarks on a life-changing journey, first to Paris and then to a Balkan principality. This poignant tale, set in the nineteenth century, is enriched with history and romance and tells of the love, courage and vivacity that stirred ordinary Sophy from her roots and transformed her into Sophy of Kravonia. (Goodreads)