In a time of political uprisings and royal executions and with the increasingly desperate crisis her favorite sister, Queen Marie Antoinette, is facing in France, how is a young monarch to keep hold of everything--and everyone--she loves? Find out in this sweeping, luxurious tale of family, court intrigue, and power.
Marie-Thérèse Charlotte, also known as Madame Royale, lived through tumultuous times marked by the downfall of the French monarchy, the execution of her parents King Louis XVI and Queen Marie Antoinette, and her own imprisonment during the Reign of Terror. "Antoinette's Sister" delves into her experiences, struggles, and resilience as she navigates the complexities of her royal lineage and the turbulent political landscape of revolutionary France.
Diana Giovinazzo's novel offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a lesser-known historical figure and provides a perspective on the French Revolution from the viewpoint of someone intimately connected to its central figures. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, "Antoinette's Sister" brings to life the emotions, challenges, and triumphs of Marie-Thérèse Charlotte as she grapples with loss, survival, and ultimately, her legacy.
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