THE WIVES OF THE UHLANS DL - WERONIKA WIERZCHOWSKA

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the saga about the extraordinary fate of the Sobolewski family. Feel the atmosphere of 1812, when Poland lived in hope of regaining independence thanks to Emperor Napoleon. Embark on a journey full of emotions, dangers and unforgettable adventures.

• Captivating saga about the fate of the Sobolewski family
• The year 1812 – a time of hope for regaining independence
• Extraordinary fates of Cecylia and Franciszka
• War turmoil and the struggle for survival
• Dark past that returns
• Expedition in search of a lost child
• Emotional journey through a war-torn country

In 1812, Poland lives in great hopes of regaining independence thanks to Emperor Napoleon. Sisters Cecylia and Franciszka lead the lives of poor noblewomen. Franciszka manages a manor house in Komorów and gives birth to her son Michaś. Cecylia lives in a house in Warsaw with her adoptive father, Ignacy Sobolewski. When the emperor declares war on Russia and gathers the largest army in history in Poland, most men join the army. The sisters' chosen ones and the reluctant Ignacy also take part in the expedition to Moscow.

The sisters have to cope on their own in a country engulfed in lawlessness and plundered by foreign troops. They do not realize that they are being watched by someone from their past. Only when Michaś's nurse is murdered and the boy is kidnapped, the sisters discover that they have messed with someone extremely determined and hostile. During a terribly cold winter, they travel alone through a war-torn country in search of their lost child. Experience their dramatic fate together with the heroines and discover the secrets of the past that threaten their future.

Weronika Wierzchowska is an author who passionately reflects historical realities, creating unforgettable characters and engaging plots. Her books are a real feast for lovers of history and fiction. Let yourself be carried away by the events and experience an unforgettable adventure with the heroes of the saga about the Sobolewski family. Discover a world of intrigue, love and dedication that will forever change your view of history.

The book was published by Prószyński i S-ka in 2023 in paperback.