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The Maid

A Novel of Joan of Arc
by Kimberly Cutter
The Maid: A Novel of Joan of Arc. Houghton Harcourt. Oct. 2011. c.304p. ISBN 9780547427522. $26. F
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Jehanne d'Arc, patron saint of France, is the central character in this historical novel about war, betrayal, and faith in God. Debut novelist Cutter depicts the heroine's life story from the first time the peasant girl hears voices from God until her death, motivated by jealousy and revenge. At the heart of the story is the girl's seemingly impossible mission and unwavering effort to lead thousands of men to liberate France from its English invaders. The power of faith triumphs as Jehanne and her army turn the tide in the Hundred Years' War. At times, the novel reads like a biography, and Cutter does adhere closely to fact, though she takes some creative liberties.
VERDICT Historical fiction fans, particularly those interested in French history, will delight in Cutter's take on this legendary character. Readers of Christian fiction will also find it enticing. [See Prepub Alert, 4/18/11.]
Reviewed by Andrea Brooks, Northern Kentucky Univ. Lib., Highland Heights , Aug 01, 2011
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