"A place where silence is expected: a novel" is a fascinating epic that tells about the events of the French Revolution through the prism of the lives of three great figures - Camille Desmoules, George Danton and Maximilien Robespierre. The author of this book, the famous British writer Hilary Mantel, weaves historical facts in detail with intriguing precious descriptions of characters and events, showing the changing faces of human nature in the conditions of political crisis and ruthless struggle for power. This book not only takes your breath away from exciting events, but also provokes deep moral reflections about the value of will and justice in a world where history is intertwined with blood and intrigue.