(read in French)
*Roi de Fer* by Maurice Druon is a historical fiction novel that tells the story of power struggles in medieval France. It centres around the “curse” that the grandmaster of the Templars lays on Phillip IV just before being burned at the stake. Full of intrigue and scheming, it is no wonder that the book is said to have inspired *Game of Thrones.* The short chapters make it easy to read, and the fast pace keeps the story engaging throughout.