Antoinette de Mirecourt, ou, Mariage secret et Chagrins cachés

In the chilly light of a November day in 1760‑s Montreal, a stone townhouse on Rue Notre‑Dame shelters the world of Antoinette de Mirecourt. The house, with its faded gilded frames and modest ceilings, reflects a society caught between French aristocratic traditions and the new British order. Within its walls, Antoinette navigates the delicate expectations of her class while harboring a secret marriage that threatens to unravel the careful balance of reputation and duty.

The novel unfolds as a thoughtful meditation on the costs of hidden vows, exploring how private choices ripple through families and the wider community. Through vivid descriptions of the city’s streets and the nuanced interactions among its residents, the story offers both a window onto early Canadian life and a moral examination of honor, love, and the consequences of concealment. Listeners will be drawn into a world where personal desire and social convention constantly collide, setting the stage for the challenges Antoinette must face.