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As a firstborn son of a master craftsman, Henri Blanchard is expected to inherit the family barrel organ workshop, but he would prefer to make bobbin lace like his best friend Aimee. In an effort to put his misgivings aside and prove himself a worthy heir, he attempts dramatic feats…

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In her exquisite debut novel, Laura Stanfill crafts a story that bursts with heart, grit, and a sense of whimsy that is truly rare in today’s fiction. At the heart of the novel lies Henri Blanchard, a young man whose talent and curiosity rebel against the path set out for him by lineage and tradition. Henri’s journey—from a small-town boy navigating his father’s expectations to a fugitive accused of murder—plunges readers into a world as rich and complex as his innermost desires.

Stanfill deftly balances suspense and charm, as Henri's misadventures range from laugh-out-loud escapades to tense encounters with…

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