The Game of Hope

Set against the backdrop of Revolutionary France, this story follows Fifteen-year-old Hortense, the step-daughter of Napoleon Bonaparte, as she navigates her youth amidst a period of upheaval and personal discovery. With a love for music, art, and reading, Hortense balances her interests with the complexities of her family’s shifting fortunes and her mother's prominent role. Inspired by real-life events, the narrative offers a glimpse into her life during a turbulent historical era, leaving readers wondering about her future.