The Refugees is a historical novel by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, published in 1893, set during the Huguenot persecution in 17th-century France. The story follows Amory de Catinat, a soldier in the Blue Guard of Louis XIV, and his cousin Adele, as they navigate the dangers posed by religious persecution and societal upheaval. Their journey leads them from France to the wilds of North America, where they face new challenges while escaping a fanatical Jesuit priest and the Iroquois. The novel is notable for its vivid portrayal of life during this tumultuous period and showcases Conan Doyle's versatility beyond his famous Sherlock Holmes stories.
