shell fragment

Author's name: Maurice Leblanc

An exciting story full of mystery, in which the author manages to document the facts of the war, its horrors, and all its shocking details without much effort. The novel has a dual character; first, it is a very exciting and suspenseful adventure, as it is a spy novel that takes place during the First World War, where the reader is surprised by many twists, turns, and sudden events . Second, it has a historical dimension; as the author narrates the way of thinking of the leaders of his era, portraying the Germans as bloodthirsty monsters eager for invasion and occupation. In contrast, the French defend themselves with honor and heroism. The novel blends the hero's personal life and the First World War. How will Paul manage his relationship with his wife after the scandal he discovered? Will he be able to protect her from the ferocious German monsters? Many, many questions remain unanswered until the end of the book, keeping the reader in a state of constant suspense.