A.L.O.E. may have reached her zenith in this French fact and fiction tale. Emotionally gripping, this story is packed with drama, mystery, romantic hopes and shattered dreams that are wrapped in the chaos of an 18th century cultural revolution where power without moral boundaries ultimately leads to the collapse of a civilized society.

Through this tragic period of the French Revolution, and its unpredictable peaks and valleys, you’ll find yourself feeling empathetic, compassionate, and at times, angry. But A.L.O.E. has a purpose in it all, causing the reader to come face-to-face with their own hypocrisy, or at the very least have an honest assessment of the measure of one’s tolerance to evil.

During one of humanity’s darkest periods, tenderhearted and gentle Faith Stanby is tested beyond imagination. Her loyalty, faithfulness, and courage are sorely tried.  But can such a delicate young girl endure incalculable abuse by those she loves?

Readers, this is a life-altering story. Of all the great stories that A.L.O.E. has written, I would place this as the crowning achievement of her literary craft. In the book of I Peter we read: “In this you rejoice, though now for a little while, if necessary, you have been grieved by various trials, so that the tested genuineness of your faith—more precious than gold that perishes though it is tested by fire—may be found to result in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.”

If there is ever a story talked about in heaven, this unforgettable story of Faith Stanby and the French fugitive will surely be a favorite among the angels.