"Pierre and Luce" by Romain Rolland is a beautiful and heartbreaking story of young love set against the backdrop of World War I. The novel follows the romance between Pierre, a young French soldier, and Luce, a Belgian girl who is caring for wounded soldiers. Their love is tested by the horrors of war and the societal expectations of the time. Rolland's writing is poignant and evocative, capturing the emotions of the characters and the devastation of war with equal skill. The novel is a powerful exploration of love, sacrifice, and the human spirit in the face of adversity. Highly recommended for readers who enjoy historical fiction and tales of enduring love.

Book Description:
Pierre and Luce were an unlikely young pair who found themselves in the chaos of Paris during the war; Pierre, the shy, recently conscripted pacifist, and Luce, the free spirited artist in training, and both confused about the things going on around them. Why were these war birds flying overhead? Why these warning sirens, and occasional bombs exploding in the distance? Why did the government leaders, who didn't even know one another, hate and destroy so much? Why did these two delicate young adults find each other now? This story takes place between January 30 and Good Friday, May 29, 1918. (Introduction by Roger Melin)