Browsing: France

“A rich and elaborate tapestry” (Library Journal starred review) from a New York Times bestselling author: This enthralling history of the medieval era follows knight William Marshal, who served five English kings — including Richard the Lionheart.

As Lou finds friendship and opportunity in 1920s Paris, the tides of history pull her life in a sinister direction… A National Book Award finalist presents “a dark and glorious tour de force” (Booklist starred review).

“Wonderful” (Kirkus Reviews): During World War II, the residents of a tiny French village rescued thousands of innocent lives from Hitler’s secret police. A New York Times bestselling author recounts their astonishing tale of courage in this “unblinking exposé of resistance during the war” (The Wall Street Journal).

Audie Murphy was eager to fight in World War II — but faced multiple barriers due to his height until he successfully joined the infantry. This powerful memoir chronicles how he went on to become one of the most decorated soldiers in US history.

“An epic tale of mystery and adventure” (Library Journal) with nearly 2,200 five-star Goodreads ratings: Amid the dangers of World War II, a group of women code-named “Citadel” risk everything to smuggle refugees away from their Nazi-occupied homeland. But an ancient secret threatens their mission…

This powerful memoir illuminates one soldier’s moments of bravery, fear, and loss during World War II. “Beautifully written… Perfectly evokes life and battle in a parachute infantry company” (The Washington Post).

The daughter of King Charles VI of France, the wife of King Henry V of England, and the progenitor of the Tudor dynasty: Witness the turbulent life of Katherine of Valois in this spellbinding novel from an author who “excels at blending history with romance and drama” (The New York Times).

When Marguerite goes to live at the dazzling court of King Louis XIV, she creates a legacy that spans one of the most turbulent centuries in history. “Captivating” (Publishers Weekly), with nearly 1,100 five-star ratings on Goodreads.

Henri Charrière, called “Papillon,” for the butterfly tattoo on his chest, was convicted in Paris in 1931 of a murder…

A “delightful” New York Times bestseller (The Washington Post): When Peter Mayle and his wife bought a centuries-old French farmhouse, they were soon navigating a world of rural oddities and gastronomical delights. “I really loved this book” (Julia Child).