Cloister and the Hearth (version 2)

Dive into the 15th century with Cloister and the Hearth, a gripping tale of Gerald Eliassoen, a young scribe and illuminator. Fleeing from persecution by a ruthless burgomaster, Gerald embarks on a harrowing journey across seven countries, searching for a means to support his family. After the tragic loss of his parents and betrayal by his brothers, who falsely claim that his beloved wife, Margaret, has died, despair drives him to the brink of suicide. Yet, in a moment of revelation, he chooses a different path and embraces life as a friar. Join Gerald as he navigates love, loss, and redemption in a world fraught with danger. - (Summary by Elijah Fisher)