After eight years away, Jean Valjean and Cosette, living under new
identities attract the attention of their former innkeepers who are
seeking money and revenge. With the help of an idealistic young man,
the pair attempts to escape unscathed.
Despite their rough origins, Jean Valjean and Cosette have managed to
create a peaceful life for themselves. Cosette has grown into a
beautiful young woman and catches the eye of Marius. The two of them
fall in love but their courtship is interrupted by Cosette's sudden
departure. After a brief hiatus, Marius discovers Cosette and Valjean
have adopted new names and occupations. They are living as wealthy
philanthropists and are being targeted by the innkeepers who recently
moved to their city. Once again, they plan to extort Valjean and use
Cosette as leverage.
In Les Misérables Volume Three: Marius, Valjean and Cosette are
haunted by figures from their troubled past. Meanwhile, Marius is an
unexpected ally who plays an integral role in their journey. This is one
part of a captivating tale that's been adapted multiple times for stage,
television and film. The most notable being the 2012 Oscar-winning
production from director, Tom Hooper.
With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript,
this edition of Les Misérables Volume Three: Marius is both modern and
readable.