Madame Fourcade's Secret War

In "Hedgehog," bestselling author Lynne Olson recounts the remarkable true story of Marie-Madeleine Fourcade, the only woman to lead a major spy network in occupied France during World War II. This gripping biography highlights Fourcade's resilience and strategic prowess as she orchestrated the Alliance network, enduring relentless pursuit by the Gestapo while saving countless lives and providing vital intelligence, including key information for the D-Day invasion. Through this compelling narrative, Olson challenges traditional notions of heroism and honors a pivotal figure who defied societal norms in her quest for justice and freedom.