Les Temps Des Cerises PB

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Set against the backdrop of the Franco-Prussian War's winter siege in 1870 Paris, the novel follows Eveline, a young woman torn between familial obligations and her desire for adventure. Engaged to Laurie, she becomes captivated by Alphonse, a man involved in efforts to break the siege. Meanwhile, a subplot features Sister Bernadine, who grapples with her troubled past while caring for a newborn delivered unexpectedly in her convent. As Eveline fights for freedom, Bernadine strives to protect the innocent child from the chaos surrounding them.