Exiled for the Faith: A Tale of the Huguenot Persecution

"Exiled for the Faith: A Tale of the Huguenot Persecution" by William Henry Giles Kingston is a story set in 16th-century France, where Nigel Melvin, a young Scotsman seeking his fortune, finds more than he bargained for when he becomes involved with the Huguenots and the dangerous religious conflicts of the time. Nigel's journey begins with a meeting with his cousin, Mary Seton, near the Louvre, where he expresses his desire to serve under Admiral Coligny, a Protestant leader, despite warnings of danger. He also meets Constance de Tourville, a Protestant woman who also faces great risks because of her beliefs; as they learn about the terrible punishments faced by heretics, the story becomes tense, highlighting themes of faith and persecution while illustrating the struggles of Protestants under heavy Catholic rule.