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The ancient cathedral of Chartres, with its mismatched spires and stunning stained glass, holds a unique charm, much like Agnès Morel, the enigmatic woman who cleans it each morning. Discovered by Abbé Paul two decades ago, her origins remain a mystery to those around her, including the disorganized Professor Jones, Philippe Nevers, who relies on her care for his family, and the irreverent restorer Alain Fleury, who is captivated by her presence. Despite their uncertainty about her past, everyone agrees that Agnès is subtly changing their lives. However, a chance encounter in the cathedral brings her history back to light, stirring malicious rumors from the prejudiced Madame Beck and her gossipy friend, Madame Picot. As the whispers grow more hurtful, Agnès must confront her past, leading to the revelation of her origins. This narrative weaves together themes of darkness and light, trauma and redemption. With sparkling wit and captivating charm, it explores the transformative power of love and mercy, offering deeper truths about overcoming the tragedies of life.
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The Cleaner of Chartres, Salley Vickers
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- Erscheinungsdatum
- 2013
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- Titel
- The Cleaner of Chartres
- Sprache
- Englisch
- Autor*innen
- Salley Vickers
- Verlag
- Penguin
- Erscheinungsdatum
- 2013
- Einband
- Paperback
- Seitenzahl
- 304
- ISBN10
- 024196332X
- ISBN13
- 9780241963326
- Reihe
- Schlagwörter
- Belletristik, Krimi & Thriller, Romantik, Historische Romane, Krimi, Gegenwartsliteratur, Zeitgenössische Liebesromane, Frankreich
- Bewertung
- 3,7 von 5 Sternen
- Beschreibung
- The ancient cathedral of Chartres, with its mismatched spires and stunning stained glass, holds a unique charm, much like Agnès Morel, the enigmatic woman who cleans it each morning. Discovered by Abbé Paul two decades ago, her origins remain a mystery to those around her, including the disorganized Professor Jones, Philippe Nevers, who relies on her care for his family, and the irreverent restorer Alain Fleury, who is captivated by her presence. Despite their uncertainty about her past, everyone agrees that Agnès is subtly changing their lives. However, a chance encounter in the cathedral brings her history back to light, stirring malicious rumors from the prejudiced Madame Beck and her gossipy friend, Madame Picot. As the whispers grow more hurtful, Agnès must confront her past, leading to the revelation of her origins. This narrative weaves together themes of darkness and light, trauma and redemption. With sparkling wit and captivating charm, it explores the transformative power of love and mercy, offering deeper truths about overcoming the tragedies of life.