Napoleon's Exile

Set in 1814, the story follows Napoleon's tumultuous return to Paris after his failed Russian campaign, leading to his forced abdication and exile to Elba. Told through the eyes of his devoted aide, Octave Senecal, the narrative captures the human side of Napoleon, revealing his struggles with boredom, his interactions with locals, and his growing paranoia about threats around him. As he plots his escape, the loyalty of his former soldiers in France hints at a brewing desire for his return, setting the stage for an explosive conclusion.