The Mademoiselle Alliance - a fictionalized story of the only woman to ever lead a resistance network in France during World War II.

The story begins in 1928, Morocco. Marie-Madeleine Méric, a spirited eighteen-year-old, is married to a man eight years older than her, an army officer working for the French Intelligence Service. By 1936, the marriage has deteriorated, and the adventurous Marie-Madeleine, now a mother of two, is helping to build a new French resistance network, to be named Alliance, and she will soon become its head, something unprecedented for a woman. From 1940 to 1945, the Alliance became a source of valuable intelligence as its more than 3,000 agents faced danger and possible death. 

Natasha Lester is a must-read historical fiction author who writes about daring, remarkable women during WWII and post-war times. The Mademoiselle Alliance is a fictionalized story inspired by Marie-Madeleine Fourcade, a historical figure who was the only woman ever to lead a resistance network in France during World War II. This well-researched book sheds light on resistance efforts and a brave, intelligent woman who should be more well-known. After finishing the book, I immediately searched online to learn more about her life. 

Many thanks to Ballantine Books | Random House for the opportunity to read this book in advance.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars.

Historical Fiction.

Publication Date: April 8, 2025.

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