Eleanore of Avignon

A Novel

By: Elizabeth DeLozier

Narrated by: Saskia Maarleveld

A Library Reads Pick!

An Aardvark Book Club Pick!

Rich with unforgettable characters and full of captivating historical drama, Eleanore of Avignon is the story of a healer who risks her life, her freedom, and everything she holds dear to protect her beloved city from the encroaching Black Death.

Avignon, 1347. Eleanore is a young midwife and herbalist with remarkable skills. But as she learned the day her mother died, the most dangerous thing a woman can do is draw attention to herself.

In a chance encounter, Eleanore meets the enigmatic personal physician to the powerful Pope Clement, and strikes a deal with him to take her on as his apprentice.

Then, two pieces of earth-shattering news: the Black Death has made landfall in Europe, and the disgraced Queen Joanna is coming to Avignon. She is pregnant and in need of a midwife, a role only Eleanore can fill.

The plague spreads like wildfire, leaving half the city dead in its wake. Desperate for a scapegoat, the people of Avignon follow a group of religious fanatics on a witch-hunt, one that could cost Eleanore—an intelligent, unwed woman; a talented healer—everything.

Strength of characters

Primary characters were brought to life and were not spared. The depth of research was obvious and helped bring the story to life.

Please write the next Eleanore of…..

I liked the whole experience.
Loved the story as read by the reader.
A PLEASURE!

Phenomenal story!

This historical context was very well described and included.
The story flowed with ease.
Beautiful language.
I loved loved this book.
The narrator gave it that extra lift with her voice acting.

Beautifully narrated

I learned so much about this time in history. The narrator brought words I can not pronounce correctly to life!

Young woman’s perseverance to practice medicine in 14th century Avignon, France

Historical fiction is my favorite genre. This novel portrays a story of the religion, culture and tragedy of the Black Plague