Jehanne d'Arc

The Maiden

Ana Pizarro, Daniela Pizarro, Franco Pizarro

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Aurora House
05 July 2024

Sagas; Historical fiction

Series: Jehanne d'Arc

Jehanne d’Arc’s journey began as a ten-year-old girl living in Domremy, France with her family. Like many families, they endured the Hundred Year War ravaging across their kingdom. Her life suddenly changes when she meets an angelic being in the forest and is told the importance of her birth and her destiny.

At thirteen Jehanne is visited by Archangel Michael and learns of a mission she will undertake. As Jehanne grows older, she begins to comprehend the world around her, the unrest, the threat of losing her home and family. But she also realizes the power of the Divine and builds her trust with her angelic guides.

She leaves home at sixteen and finds support with the town of Vaucouleurs, and her journey begins as the saviour of France…

How did a peasant girl from humble origins come to acquire all the skills needed to lead an army in battle? To be in command of the king's army, and to lead and win battles alongside hardened and expert war generals.

This is a story of an unexpected heroine from the peasantry in a time of great need. Historical fiction, based on researched fact, will have you riveted to your seat until the last word…

By: Ana Pizarro, Daniela Pizarro, Franco Pizarro
Imprint: Aurora House
Country of Publication: Australia
Volume: 1
ISBN: 9781922913975
ISBN 10: 1922913979
Series: Jehanne d'Arc
Pages: 350
Publication Date: 05 July 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Jehanne d'Arc: The Maiden

5 Stars Readers Favourite review by Lucinda E Clarke The Maiden by Alexia Saint Claire is a coming-of-age story with a diﬀerence. Based on the true story of Joan of Arc who led the French to victory against the English in the 15th century, we follow her from the age of ten when she experienced her ﬁrst vision. The author takes us right back in time and into the world of rural France. I loved the descriptions of nature, the simple rural life of living oﬀ the land, and the peaceful family working together. All is not well, as marauding English soldiers threaten the village not once but twice, and the family is forced to ﬂee. The thoughts and fears of a simple and illiterate peasant girl are so well painted, alongside the faith she follows and the total belief in her conversations with saintly ﬁgures sent by God. Although this peasant girl has no idea how she is equipped to meet a king and subsequently lead France in the battle against the English, her blind faith is endearing. This tale of a pure soul, with none of today’s teenage angst, is a refreshing change against the backdrop of a simpler, non-materialistic life. It is a joy to read and ‘live in’ for a few hours. The author has shared a fascinating period of history and brings Jehanne d’Arc vividly to life six hundred years later.