Amidst the opulence of Louis XIV's France, a story of defiance and faith unfolds.
In a time where faith and freedom clash, Jeanne Delpech de Castanet and her husband Jacob, stand as pillars of courage amidst the turmoil of Louis XIV's reign of intolerance.
Their life of privilege is under siege as the king's soldiers ruthlessly target the Huguenot "heretics." With their home ransacked and their children's safety hanging by a thread, the couple's resolve is pushed to its limits. Will their unwavering belief in their principles and liberty of conscience be enough to shield their family from the harrowing consequences of their defiance?
Witness the struggle for faith, the fight for freedom, and the undying spirit of a couple who refuse to surrender their convictions.
Merchants of Virtue is more than a novel—it's a journey through the rich tapestry of history, inspired by true events. It's the first gripping installment in the Huguenot Chronicles that promises adventure, historical depth, and an inspirational tale of resilience.
Embrace the adventure, feel the courage, and discover the power of conviction. Get your copy of Merchants of Virtue today!
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★★★★★ "Compelling and enlightening, a must-read for lovers of historical fiction."
★★★★★ "As a Huguenot descendant, delighted by this meaningful story. Highlights the importance of family."
★★★★★ "Spell-binding! Couldn't wait to continue reading after work."
★★★★★ "Great novel with well-drawn characters and an interesting historical background."
★★★★★ "An emotional journey through history, beautifully blending fact with fiction."
Paul C.R. Monk grew up in the south east of England then spent many years living in France with a 3-year stint in Spain. More recently, he has been spending time in North America and China. He trained as a linguist, and worked for 9 years as a teacher before becoming a script writer on scores of video game projects from indie to AAA titles, winning a nomination at the Writers Guild of America Awards for outstanding writing.He is currently working on a historical fiction series of novels, which follows the true story of a merchant family during the world-shaking drama of Louis XIV's revocation of religious tolerance.The Huguenot Chronicles trilogy, which includes Merchants of Virtue, Voyage of Malice and Land of Hope, takes the reader from King Louis's France to the Caribbean, and from London to colonial New York, with drama-filled stops in the Rhine Valley and war-torn Ireland...