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Would you denounce your faith to defend your home and family? France, 1685. Jeanne is the wife of a once-wealthy merchant, but now she risks losing everything. Louis XIV's soldiers will stop at nothing to forcibly convert the country's Huguenots to Catholicism. The men ransack Jeanne's belongings and threaten her children. One by one, Jeanne watches her Protestant neighbors cave under the constant harassment. She and her husband resolve to keep their faith, but Jeanne wonders if the punishment for their defiance is more than she can bear. If Jeanne can't find a way to evade the soldiers' clutches, her family will face a fate worse than poverty and imprisonment. They may never see each other again. Merchants of Virtue is the first book in the Huguenot Connection, a trilogy of historical fiction novels. If you like fast-paced adventure, rich layers of historical detail, and inspirational stories based on true events, then you'll love Paul C.R. Monk's stirring novel. Buy Merchants of Virtue to immerse yourself in a dangerous world today.…
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- Title
- Merchants of Virtue
- Author
- Paul C R Monk
- Publisher
- Bloomtree Press
- Publication year
- 2017
- Condition
- Good
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0993444261
- ISBN 13
- 9780993444265
- Series
- Book 1 of 4: The Huguenot Chronicles
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!
Also available in print and audiobook formats.
What Amazon readers are saying:
★★★★★ "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."
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