94 Results with the "Historical Fiction" genre
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Chapter 13: The Resistance
Resistance was growing in France as the country struggled under the oppressive grip of Nazi occupation. In April of 1941, Isabelle found herself in one of the rare moments of solace, escaping the noise of German trucks and military activity by retreating into the fields surrounding her home. With the sun breaking through the clouds, it was a fleeting reminder of freedom that she longed for. Though these moments were precious, the specter of the occupation loomed ever larger. Despite this, Isabelle’s…-
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On a freezing November morning in 1941, Vianne Rosignol awakens from a restless sleep, her dreams filled with fleeting memories of her husband, Antoine, who remains absent, lost to the turmoil of war. The biting cold seeps into her bones as she faces another day of hardship under German occupation in Carriveau, France. Her daily existence revolves around carefully rationing food, making do with limited resources, and attempting to shield her daughter, Sophie, from the grim realities of war. With every…
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As the Nazi occupation tightens its grip on France, Vianne and her daughters, Sophie and Isabelle, struggle to maintain a sense of normalcy in their daily lives. The absence of Antoine, now a prisoner of war, casts a long shadow over their home, forcing Vianne to take on new responsibilities to ensure their survival. She finds herself adopting practical measures such as gardening, preserving food, and raising rabbits—small yet crucial efforts to sustain her family through the growing hardships of war.…
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Chapter 10: Vianne and Survival
Vianne Rocher finds herself increasingly burdened by the weight of Nazi occupation, her husband Antoine's absence leaving her to shoulder responsibilities she never anticipated. As winter approaches, she must take on tasks that once fell to him, such as chopping firewood and ensuring their home remains warm, all while shielding her daughter, Sophie, from the brutal reality of their occupied town. The presence of Captain Beck, the German officer billeted in her home, adds another layer of tension, his…-
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Chapter 9: Vianne and Resistance
Vianne Rocher finds herself struggling under the weight of both her past and present, her life overshadowed by the suffocating presence of German occupation. Memories of her mother’s untimely death, her father’s cold indifference, and the lonely childhood she endured with her sister Isabelle resurface, deepening her sense of helplessness. With Captain Beck now stationed in her home, the challenge of keeping her daughter, Sophie, safe while maintaining a sense of normalcy becomes increasingly difficult,…-
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Chapter 8: Vianne and War
Carriveau finds itself under the oppressive grip of German occupation, and its residents must navigate a world of fear, uncertainty, and strict control. The surrender of Marshal Pétain is met with a mix of resignation and outrage, with some seeing it as a necessary step to preserve what little remains of France’s autonomy. Among them is Vianne, who believes that adapting to the new reality is the only way to protect her daughter, Sophie, from the devastation of another war, especially after witnessing…-
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Chapter 7: War and Fear
The once-lively school in Carriveau now feels like a shadow of its former self, its classrooms filled with an underlying sense of fear and uncertainty. The war has seeped into every corner of life, making it impossible for the children to ignore the unsettling changes happening around them. Vianne Rocher, who has always found purpose and comfort in teaching, now struggles to maintain an illusion of normalcy for her students, knowing full well that their world is no longer safe. Every morning, she greets…-
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Chapter 6: War and Survival
The war-ravaged landscape stretches endlessly before Isabelle as she embarks on a perilous journey alongside Gaëtan, a man whose presence intrigues and unsettles her in equal measure. Waking beneath a canopy of trees, she savors a rare moment of tranquility, the sunlight casting fleeting warmth over her battered spirit. But the illusion of peace is short-lived, as she is quickly reminded of the dangers that lurk beyond the forest’s fragile shelter. Gaëtan, with his piercing gray eyes and quiet…-
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Chapter 5: War and Escape
War and Escape plunge Paris into chaos as its residents scramble to flee from the advancing German forces, their once-familiar streets now filled with fear and uncertainty. Among them is Isabelle Rossignol, whose heart aches with frustration as she is forced to leave the city she loves. Though she longs to stay and fight, her father insists on sending her to safety, placing her in the care of Monsieur Humbert, a family friend who will take her as far as Tours. Packed into a car overloaded with supplies,…-
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In June 1940, Isabelle Rossignol finds herself trapped in a finishing school overseen by the austere Madame Dufour, a woman who embodies the rigid societal expectations of the time. The school, housed in a medieval villa, is designed to shape young women into refined, obedient figures suited for marriage and high society. But for Isabelle, whose fiery spirit refuses to be tamed, the school feels less like an institution of learning and more like a prison that seeks to suppress her individuality. During…
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