Barely a woman, Marie Antoinette was compelled to leave her homeland of Austria and marry the Dauphin of France. The expectation weighed heavily upon her: to produce an heir, thereby solidifying an alliance between the two kingdoms. Yet, sh…

Louis’s refusal to share his bed with her brought Marie Antoinette to a stark realization: securing an heir would prove more difficult than she’d imagined. Seeking counsel, she turned to Madame du Barry, but in doing so, ignited a subtle ri…

During the holidays, the royal family retreats to Fontainebleau. Marie-Antoinette becomes aware of du Barry's scheme: to find a suitable fiancée for the Duke of Provence. Will this second claimant to the French throne be able to produce an …

Marie Antoinette and Louis were preparing for their first formal reception in Paris. However, the King’s sudden illness cast a shadow over the occasion, bringing the matter of succession sharply into focus.

Though Louis has ascended to the throne, Marie Antoinette resolves to establish herself as the true Queen of France. Yet, with her counsel consistently dismissed and whispers of an heir emerging from Provence and Joséphine, a growing frost …

Joseph, Antoinette’s brother, arrives at Versailles with the intention of mending a fractured marriage. He soon understands the daunting task ahead in reconciling this deeply divided pair, who have remained childless after seven years. With…

Marie Antoinette has finally conceived, yet her standing is assailed by the appearance of scandalous pamphlets at Versailles, questioning the legitimacy of her future child. The palace is placed under lockdown, and a thorough investigation …

With each passing day, Louis grew more assured of his reign, dedicating himself wholeheartedly to the cause of the American War of Independence. Meanwhile, Marie Antoinette retreated to the solace of the Petit Trianon, where she found herse…