Mountebank

Step into the enchanting world of Andrew Lackaday, an English orphan raised in the vibrant atmosphere of a French circus. As a masterful mimic and juggler, he travels the country with his spirited assistant, Elodie, a Marseillaise. However, the arrival of the Great War transforms Andrews life dramatically, propelling him to the rank of Brigadier General. After the war, he finds himself grappling with the changes that have swept through his profession. This captivating tale explores his rollercoaster journey of triumphs and challenges as he navigates a world forever altered. - Summary by Simon Evers