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Series

Languedoc Trilogy

3 books

The Languedoc Trilogy series by Kate Mosse has 3 books. Start with Labyrinth (2005), then read the rest in the order below.

Languedoc Trilogy reading order

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Labyrinth

Kate Mosse

In the heart of the Pyrenees, a modern-day discovery in a hidden cave unearths a mystery spanning eight centuries. A young woman uncovers ancient writings and the enigmatic symbol of a labyrinth, hinting at secrets buried deep in time. This discovery echoes the story of Alais, a young woman in 12th-century France tasked with protecting a sacred book and a ring bearing the labyrinth's mark, said to hold the secret of the true Grail. As a brutal crusade threatens to engulf her world, Alais must confront the immense power and danger of the knowledge she guards, setting in motion a chain of events that will resonate through the ages.

Historical FictionMysteryAdventure Fiction
2
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Sepulchre

Kate Mosse

In the sun-drenched landscapes of southwest France, a young woman named Léonie arrives at her aunt's estate, only to discover a legacy steeped in dark secrets and ancient mysteries. As she uncovers tales of demonic rituals and a vanished tarot pack connected to a tragic death, a sinister force begins to close in on her family. More than a century later, an American student named Meredith finds herself drawn to the same estate, experiencing unsettling visions and dreams that echo Léonie's past. The discovery of a mysterious tarot deck may hold the key to unlocking a shared destiny across time, linking Meredith's fate to the secrets buried within the sepulchre.

Historical FictionMysteryGothic Fiction
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Citadel

Kate Mosse

In the rugged Languedoc region of southern France, a small group of women joins the dangerous underground resistance as Nazi occupation tightens its grip. Their missions carry them through a maze of coded messages, hidden loyalties, and perilous acts of courage, while a long-buried mystery threatens to expose everything they have risked. Blending historical detail with suspense and richly drawn characters, this sweeping novel explores friendship, sacrifice, betrayal, and the extraordinary resilience of ordinary people caught in wartime.

Historical FictionWar FictionSpy Fiction