“…highly recommend the whole series.”–Historical Novels Review, Editor’s Choice
“A captivating tale of female triumph in the late 18th century. Get it!”–Kirkus Reviews
One Woman Forges a Dangerous Path to Save Hundreds from the Guillotine
Genevieve Fouquier-Tinville disguises herself as a man to attend university, forbidden to women.
Eager to join her forbidden lover in America, Genevieve convinces her father, the Public Prosecutor who condemns thousands to the guillotine, to hire her as a court clerk by swearing loyalty to the Revolution.
Tasked with copying lists of names scheduled for execution, she reads Louis LaGarde, a fallen noble she despises. Believing him innocent, she dares to alter the list, saving his life. This dangerous act of defiance reveals a chilling reality: hundreds more will perish at her father’s hand unless she forges a treacherous path.
Now hunted by relentless Revolutionaries, Genevieve is forced to accept LaGarde’s help. As the city descends into a vortex of suspicion and terror, her heart wages a war between loyalty and a forbidden desire that threatens to consume her. Genevieve must fight for her life, and the lives of those she’s come to love, while confronting the dangerous truth of her heart.
“An engrossing depiction of feminine courage…a renegade heroine whose compassion for innocent people leads to both loss and love.”–Foreword Reviews
“Borchert is a writer to watch.”–BookView Review
“Borchert capably highlights the struggles of women seeking independence and equality. Borchert’s extensive research shines through a narrative that is enhanced by her mastery of character development.”–Publishers Weekly BookLife Editor’s Pick
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