The Chateau of Illusions

The Chateau of Illusions

The beautiful white limestone Château of Lusone, designed and built by the Picards, once proud Cognac producers, has fallen into the hands of the aristocratic Duplessis family. The mysteries of the château are the poignant backdrop to an unfolding story of two families, each new generation becoming entwined in a web of intrigue, love, revenge and redemption.The Château of Illusions moves from south west France to Paris, London and back to France again, telling the story of Thérèse Picard and her relationships with the two Duplessis brothers, Roland and François. From blissful pre-war summers to heartache and heroism during World War 2, her journey from wilful youth to brave adult is swift and painful. As the saga sweeps forward through the extravagant 1960s and into the 1980s an extraordinary work of art is discovered, and hidden secrets are exposed. As the 40th anniversary of VE Day approaches, a series of dramatic revelations lead to unforeseen twists of fate for both families. ‘Paris Postcards’ author Guy Thomas Hibbert has conjured up an epic page turner full of vivid detail, lively and intriguing characters and a reluctant heroine who endures her loves and losses with determination and courage.Guy Thomas Hibbert is an award winning journalist, author and travel writer who has lived in and travelled extensively across France during the past twenty years. He is Editor in Chief of France Today magazine and writes regular articles about French culture, history and art de vivre.