Quentin Durward

Set against the backdrop of 15th-century France, the story follows Quentin Durward, a Scottish archer who earns the favor of King Louis XI after heroically saving him from a wild boar. Tasked with protecting the beautiful heiress Isabelle de Croye from the scheming Duke of Burgundy, Quentin's mission becomes complicated as he and Isabelle fall in love. This historical novel weaves together themes of bravery, romance, and political intrigue, featuring rich characters and a compelling narrative that showcases the complexities of loyalty and honor.