The Trampling of the Lilies

The Trampling Of The Lilies is a historical fiction novel written by Rafael Sabatini. The novel starts four years prior to the French Revolution and moves quickly to the Revolution. The protagonist La Boulaye is almost dying at the hands of aristocrats, he teams with Robespierre and heads off to Paris. Can La Boulaye take revenge on the aristocrats? La Boulaye is one of the most relatable and straightforward revolutionary characters in the literature which makes the novel a delightful read. The twists and turns in the plot make the reader indulge in the story. The Trampling Of The Lilies makes is a page-turner written elegantly written and is packed with action, intrigue, and romance.