Finding Emilie
Finding Emilie
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Brief
450
Novel • Fiction
Paris, France • 18th century
2011
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Set in 18th-century France before the French Revolution, Finding Emilie by Laurel Corona follows Lili, the daughter of real-life mathematician Emilie du Chatelet who survives childhood and is raised by her godmother Julie. As Lili grows up, she struggles against societal norms for women, seeks the truth about her mother, and ultimately finds love with a like-minded man dedicated to science and mathematics.
Inspirational
Informative
Romantic
Emotional
Hopeful
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Finding Emilie by Laurel Corona is praised for its rich historical context and vivid characterization. Readers enjoyed the detailed depiction of 18th-century Paris and the strong female protagonists. Some felt the pacing was slow at times, and the plot development predictable. Overall, it's appreciated for its engaging narrative and historical accuracy.
Who Should Read Finding Emilie?
Readers of Laurel Corona's Finding Emilie will appreciate historical fiction with strong, intellectual female protagonists akin to those in The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah and The Paris Wife by Paula McLain. This novel will particularly engage those interested in Enlightenment-era France and the stories of women pushing against societal boundaries.
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450
Novel • Fiction
Paris, France • 18th century
2011
Adult
18+ years
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