The Aerialists

Set in late 19th-century France and Wales, "The Aerialists" follows Laura, a girl rescued from the streets and drawn into the thrilling world of ballooning with the Gaudron family, who are part of a daring flying troupe. As they prepare for a major exhibition, a young girl named Grace arrives, driven by her own longing to fly at any cost. The story explores themes of ambition, dreams, and the risks taken in pursuit of the extraordinary, inspired by a true story and rich with historical detail.