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GR: 4/5 a tad ripped corner see phot Petals on the River" is a historical romance novel by Kathleen E. Woodiwiss, first published in 1961. The story follows Shemaine O'Hearn, a fiery and outspoken woman falsely convicted of theft and shipped to Virginia as an indentured servant. She becomes the servant of Gage Thornton, a widowed shipbuilder, and they fall in love despite rumors surrounding his first wife's death. The novel explores themes of love, betrayal, and overcoming adversity in a new land. Shemaine O'Hearn: A strong-willed woman who is wrongly accused and sent to America. Gage Thornton: A widowed shipbuilder with a young son, who is rumored to have murdered his first wife. Indentured Servitude: Shemaine's arrival in Virginia as an indentured servant to Gage. Forbidden Romance: The growing attraction and love between Shemaine and Gage, despite the circumstances. Threats from the Past: Enemies from Shemaine's past in England threaten their blossoming relationship. Historical Se