Skylark

Skylark

by Paula McLain

Atria Books · 2026 · 464 pages

In 17th-century Paris, a young woman confined to a notorious asylum for challenging societal norms finds unexpected allies and a path to self-expression. Decades later, a compassionate medical student risks everything to protect his neighbors from occupying forces, uncovering a hidden world beneath the city. This novel masterfully intertwines two stories of resilience, revealing how courage can bloom even in the darkest of times, making it a powerful read for anyone captivated by historical fiction with a focus on female strength and quiet heroism.

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