In exitu Israel : an historical novel, volume 1 (of 2)

Set against the feverish turmoil of 1789 France, the novel follows Thomas Lindet, a parish priest in the modest town of Bernay, whose fierce sense of justice drives him into the heart of the revolutionary storm. As the old regime crumbles, Lindet finds himself torn between loyalty to a centuries‑old Church and the rising tide of republican ideals that promise liberty for all. The narrative paints a vivid picture of bustling streets, secret meetings, and the uneasy alliances forming between clergy who dare to envision a new, constitutional faith.

Through Lindet’s eyes, listeners glimpse the clash of power—bishops, bishops‑in‑exile, and a nascent revolutionary government all vying for control of souls and state. The story captures the charged atmosphere of sermons turned political manifestos, the whispered hopes of a people yearning for freedom, and the personal cost of standing at the crossroads of tradition and change. It is a portrait of conviction, doubt, and the relentless quest for a moral compass in an era where faith itself becomes a battlefield.