France, 1685
When the King Revoked Their Freedom
Louis XIV's iron fist crushes dissent, forcing the Huguenots to choose between faith and survival. Follow Jeanne and Jacob Delpech as their family is ripped apart by persecution, sending them on a perilous journey across continents. Will their love and loyalty endure the trials of war, piracy, and cruel separation?
Book Four
Call of Freedom
The riveting sequel weaves two timelines a decade apart. The Darlington family navigates the turmoil of the Leisler Rebellion in colonial New York, while ten years later, the Delpech family finally arrives in the New World — each seeking freedom in a land fraught with new dangers.
The Complete Saga
Four Books. One Epic Journey.
Merchants of Virtue
Book One
France, 1685. The Revocation of the Edict of Nantes tears the Delpech family apart. Jacob and Jeanne must choose between their faith and their homeland, risking everything on the dangerous roads of escape.
Voyage of Malice
Book Two
Separated by an ocean, Jacob faces the horrors of the New World while Jeanne navigates the dangers of escape through war-torn Europe.
Reader Reviews & Testimonials
What Readers Are Saying
I would love to see this made into a film, one of the great Epics such as Dr Zhivago — this is how much this story has impressed me.
— Michele Cryer, Goodreads
"A Historical Novel of Epic Proportions"
A well written, highly researched, historical drama. It leaves you wanting to find out more about this time period and the major issues in it.
— Amazon Reader
This series is a very interesting account of one family's experience of religious persecution. I found myself admiring their steadfast faith and cheering for their resolve. It is very apparent that this series was well-researched as the details really make the story come alive.
— Goodreads Reviewer
Highly recommend!!!! It is so good! It reminds me of The Pillars of the Earth.
— Facebook Book Club Member
An exciting story; a great family saga
Really enjoyed reading the trilogy. Part of my ancestry is French Huguenot... I found the story to be very compelling and a great read.
— John W.
An intriguing and enthralling tale of historical events. Mr. Monk has once again woven history into a wonderful tale.
— Verified Reader
If you like vividly accurate historical details, seafaring adventures, and heartwarming tales of family loyalty, then you'll love Paul C.R. Monk's rousing novel.
— Amazon Reader
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