Download or read book The Elusive Flame written by Kathleen E. Woodiwiss and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 696 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Left destitute after the death of her patron, Cerynise Kendall turns for help to the object of her youthful infatuation, the dashing sea captain Beauregard Birmingham. Happy to help his old friend by providing passage to the Carolinas and even an offer of temporary marriage, Beau and Cerynise soon find their affection turning to passion and love.