"The Chevalier's Daughter; Or, An Exile for the Truth" by Lucy Ellen Guernsey is a captivating historical fiction novel that follows Genevieve, the Chevalier d'Antin's daughter, as she finds herself caught in the middle of the religious conflict of 17th century France. From her early life at the Château of Tour d'Antin in Normandy, the story chronicles Genevieve’s journey as she’s raised amid the growing religious persecution that threatens her and her family. The story shows Genevieve’s family, including her French Protestant father and English mother, along with the challenges they face staying true to their faith. Her upbringing at the château, friendships with Lucille and David, and the increasing danger surrounding them shapes Genevieve’s journey of faith, identity, and the heavy expectations placed upon her.
The Chevalier's daughter : $b or, An exile for the truth
By Lucy Ellen Guernsey
In a time of religious conflict, a young woman must confront persecution and discover her inner-strength to protect her family’s beliefs and legacy.
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About the AuthorLucy Ellen Guernsey was a 19th-century American author who lived in Rochester, New York. She was a strong proponent of early education and moral development in children, although she never had children of her own. Throughout her most productive years (1855–85) she wrote over 60 novels, most of which were published by the American Sunday School Union. She was an active member of the Rochester community; she founded the first sewing school for working-class children and was involved establishing the Home for Aged Women. She edited a popular religious publication, The Parish Visitor, taught an adult biblical class for Sunday School, and was the president of the Christ Church Missionary Society (1881–85).
Lucy Ellen Guernsey was a 19th-century American author who lived in Rochester, New York. She was a strong proponent of early education and moral development in children, although she never had children of her own. Throughout her most productive years (1855–85) she wrote over 60 novels, most of which were published by the American Sunday School Union. She was an active member of the Rochester community; she founded the first sewing school for working-class children and was involved establishing the Home for Aged Women. She edited a popular religious publication, The Parish Visitor, taught an adult biblical class for Sunday School, and was the president of the Christ Church Missionary Society (1881–85).
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