Rapture

Set in ninth-century Mainz, this compelling story follows Agnes, a fiercely intelligent girl with a deep faith who disguises herself as a man to pursue her dreams at a revered monastery. Her journey takes her across Europe, from scholarly Fulda to charismatic Athens and influential Rome, where she navigates political intrigue and personal discovery. With a focus on love, faith, and self-identity, her extraordinary life unfolds against a richly detailed historical backdrop.