Farewell, My Queen
Farewell, My Queen
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002
Book Brief
256
Novel • Fiction
Versailles, France • 1780s
2002
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Farewell, My Queen by Chantal Thomas tells the story of Marie Antoinette's final days through the perspective of Madame Agathe-Sidonie Laborde, who reflects on her time as the Queen's book reader during the tumultuous period of the French Revolution, specifically between July 14 and July 16, 1789, highlighting the fall of Versailles and the people's uprising against royal excess and indifference.
Contemplative
Melancholic
Mysterious
Bittersweet
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Chantal Thomas's Farewell, My Queen captivates with its richly detailed portrayal of the final days of Marie Antoinette's reign, narrated by a devoted servant. Praised for its evocative writing and historical accuracy, the novel nonetheless draws criticism for a slow pace and overly intricate descriptions. Overall, a compelling read that vividly transports readers to revolutionary France.
Who Should Read Farewell, My Queen?
Readers who relish historical novels with rich, detailed settings will enjoy Farewell, My Queen by Chantal Thomas. This book will captivate fans of complex narratives like Wolf Hall by Hilary Mantel, offering a glimpse into the final days of Marie Antoinette’s court from an insider's perspective, infusing history with nuanced character studies.
1,018 ratings
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256
Novel • Fiction
Versailles, France • 1780s
2002
Adult
18+ years
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