Taking the Bastile

Taking the Bastile is a thrilling historical novel set during the French Revolution. The story follows the courageous and idealistic protagonist, Gilbert, a young man caught up in the storm of revolutionary fervor. As tensions rise in 18th-century France, Gilbert becomes entangled in the political and social upheaval that leads to the fall of the Bastille, a symbol of royal tyranny. Amidst this chaos, Gilbert navigates personal challenges, including his love for Andrée de Taverney and conflicts with powerful adversaries like the ruthless King’s loyalists. The novel explores themes of justice, liberty, and the sacrifices made in the name of freedom.