The Executioner's Knife; Or, Joan of Arc

In the mist‑laden valleys of Domremy, a plain‑clad shepherdess named Joan begins to hear voices she believes are sent by saints. Convicted that she has a divine mission, she sets out for the royal court, determined to persuade the embattled Dauphin to trust her guidance. Her journey is marked by daring encounters and a growing sense of purpose that draws both awe and suspicion from those she meets.

Once before Charles VII, Joan’s fervent belief and uncanny charisma inspire a weary army to rally around her. She quickly proves herself on the battlefield, turning the tide of a few early skirmishes and injecting fresh hope into a nation besieged by war. As her reputation spreads, the political and religious powers that dominate France watch her rise with a mixture of curiosity and unease, hinting at the formidable obstacles that lie ahead.