Award-Winning Renaissance

From the Drop of Heaven isn’t just a gripping story—it’s a window into a forgotten chapter of history. As you’re swept up in Catherine’s journey, you’ll also uncover the real-life superstitions, religious conflicts, and cultural forces that shaped 17th-century France. It’s a novel that entertains while quietly educating—leaving you richer for the experience.

This book is for readers who want more than just entertainment—it’s for those who want to feel something real, because it is based on real people-the author’s own genealogical ancestors. Critics have called it “deeply moving,” “intensely human,” and “historically vivid.” If you’ve ever wondered how ordinary people endured extraordinary times, From the Drop of Heaven offers an intimate, immersive answer. With its lyrical prose, layered characters, and haunting relevance, it’s the kind of story that resonates across centuries—and speaks directly to the heart.

Bring the Lost Principality to Life—One Page at a Time

Whether you’re a reader craving historical fiction that hums with secrets and resistance or a bookseller seeking a hidden gem for your shelves, you can easily buy From the Drop of Heaven through your favorite retailers.

Available now at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and directly through the publisher at Sunbury Press, the novel that brings the lost principality of Salm roaring back to life is just a click away. Libraries and indie bookstores can order through Ingram or reach out to Sunbury for bulk or event requests. For those who value stories of courage and quiet rebellion—this is the book your customers will come back for.

If you’re ready to step into the forgotten shadows of France’s Vosges mountains, Juliette Godot’s evocative novel awaits you. If you make a purchase, THANK YOU! And please leave a review on Amazon, Bookbub, Barnes and Noble, or Goodreads. I read every review, and they help new readers discover my book.

Historical Fiction at its best!

When the charge is superstition, what is the defense?

It’s 1582. A time when books are banned, and witches live next door. Citizens of the European principality of Salm pray the way they want. While Catholic and Protestant fanatics in surrounding towns believe theirs is the only truth. Everyone is a heretic to one side or the other.

Banned books in tow, Martin, an accused seditionist, seeks safety in Salm. He teaches Nicolas, the mayor’s son, to read. Though Nicolas knows Martin’s books are banned, he cannot resist them.

Catherine Cathillon and her family live in isolation. Though Catholic, her father’s mistrust of the church prevents her from joining the community. However, a chance meeting with Nicolas changes everything. He reads to Catherine. When she learns what life is like outside their farm, she begs him to teach her to read. But class differences force them to meet in secret. During the lessons, they fall in love, but their romance is exposed, and spurned lovers swear revenge.

Lovelorn vengeance is one thing, but when someone finds one of the banned books in Nicolas’s shop, Catherine realizes that her father was right. Their true enemy is the man charged with saving their souls, and he will stop at nothing to reinforce his position of power.

From the Drop of Heaven is available now!