The Burning Chambers by Kate MosseMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the first book in the Burning Chambers series. At just over 600 pages, this book is rather epic. I have the second book teed up to read next, but this is a series you have to invest time in.
This story is an interesting mix of Huguenot history, romance, and murder. This isn't the first book that Kate Mosse has placed in the Languedoc region of France. It is clear she is well-versed in the history and language of the region. I am fascinated by Catharism, and while the Huguenots are different from the Cathars, there are similarities, especially their persecution by the Catholic Church.
The thing I liked the most about this is the message that good people don't tear down other people because they are different. It's a concept we don't embrace enough these days.
Bonus points for having a sweet character named Jeannette.
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