This novel into 4 parts worth making the effort to continue playing despite the first part which are appointed a multitude of characters from which we get lost, perhaps one must have a commented edition with genealogies and portraits. In the midst of amorous intrigues at the court of Henry II, a passion grows between Miss de Chartres -which wife of Mr. Clèves- and Mr. de Nemours. It is difficult to let go of this book that explores with finesse disorders, hopes and suffering of these three characters. Secret loves, jealousies, love affairs, appearances, confessions, unspoken, false assumptions, trust, loyalty, ... the wealth of themes raised also makes it an ideal book to study.