This series follows the journey of a young man returning to his Provencal hometown after the harrowing experiences of World War I. The narrative focuses on his struggle to find his place in the world, reconcile with his past, and rebuild his life amidst the beauty and challenges of his homeland. Readers will discover a poignant tale of resilience, love, and the pursuit of happiness in the aftermath of conflict.
At the turn of the century, in a remote inn in Upper Provence, a family is violently massacred on a night of deafening storms. Alone, a three-week old baby miraculously escapes the fatal blows and is handed over to the Sisters of Charity. In 1920, the orphaned survivor searches for the truth.
The mysterious, enigmatic Seraphin Monge, having avenged the horrific murder of his family, has vanished as abruptly as he appeared. His brief sojourn in the village of his birth has touched the lives of the villagers, and he is much mourned by the women who claim to have been in love with him. But is Seraphin dead or alive?