About the Book: Set against the turbulent backdrop of the French Wars of Religion, The City of Tears by Kate Mosse follows Minou Joubert and her family as they navigate a world of political intrigue, danger, and heartbreak. Invited to a historic royal wedding in Paris that promises to unite France, their hopes are shattered when tragedy strikes and a beloved child mysteriously disappears. This gripping historical fiction novel weaves together suspense, family loyalty, and the fight for survival across Carcassonne, Paris, and Amsterdam.