Set in the picturesque village of Saint Menehould in 18th-century France, this novel takes you on a journey of love, sacrifice, and the harsh realities of peasant life. Charles Bertrand, a hardworking young peasant, dreams of a better future with his beloved Marie, but the burdens of poverty and societal constraints threaten to tear them apart. Explore the struggles of the working class, the oppressive salt tax, and the enduring power of love in this beautifully crafted historical narrative. Will Charles and Marie overcome the odds and find happiness amidst adversity?
