The Gods Will Have Blood (the Gods Are Athirst)

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Set against the backdrop of the French Revolution, the novel follows young artist Évariste Gamelin, who becomes a fervent supporter of revolutionary ideals while serving on the Revolutionary Tribunal. His zeal transforms into tyranny as he persecutes those close to him who oppose his beliefs. The narrative explores the dark consequences of a society consumed by radical ideas, culminating in Gamelin's downfall alongside his mentor Robespierre during the Reign of Terror. France's work serves as a cautionary tale about the perils of fanaticism and the quest for justice.