Cirrus@Austlit

'Jehanne d'Arc's (Joan of Arc) journey began as a ten-year-old girl living in Domremy, France with her family. Like many families, they endured the Hundred Year War ravaging across their kingdom. Her life suddenly changes when she meets an angelic being in the forest and is told the importance of her birth and her destiny.

'At thirteen Jehanne is visited by Archangel Michael and learns of a mission she will undertake. As Jehanne grows older, she begins to comprehend the world around her, the unrest, the threat of losing her home and family. But she also realizes the power of the Divine and builds her trust with her angelic guides.

'She leaves home at sixteen and finds support with the town of Vaucouleurs, and her journey begins as the saviour of France...

'How did a peasant girl from humble origins come to acquire all the skills needed to lead an army in battle? To be in command of the king's army, and to lead and win battles alongside hardened and expert war generals.

'This is a story of an unexpected heroine from the peasantry in a time of great need. Historical fiction, based on researched fact, will have you riveted to your seat until the last word...'  (Publication summary)