The Refugees

Set during the reign of Louis XIV, The Refugees is a sweeping historical epic that follows a French Huguenot nobleman forced into exile. The narrative explores religious persecution, courtly intrigue, and escape across Europe. With richly drawn settings from Versailles to Canada, Arthur Conan Doyle crafts a tale of survival, faith, and identity during one of France's most turbulent eras.

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859–1930) was a Scottish author, physician, and spiritualist best known for creating the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes. Born in Edinburgh, he studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh, where his storytelling talent began to emerge alongside his scientific education. Though initially practicing as a doctor, Doyle turned to writing to support himself, eventually achieving worldwide fame with the publication of A Study in Scarlet in 1887. Beyond detective fiction, he explored historical novels, science fiction, and supernatural themes, notably in the Professor Challenger series. A passionate advocate for justice, he was involved in several real-life legal investigations. In his later years, Doyle became deeply involved in spiritualism, dedicating much of his time and writings to life after death. His legacy endures as one of the most influential figures in literary history.