The Hunchback of Notre-Dame (Notre-Dame de Paris)

Set in 15th-century Paris, this Gothic novel explores themes of love, fate, and social injustice through the lives of its unforgettable characters. The story centers on Quasimodo, the deformed bell-ringer of Notre-Dame Cathedral, and his infatuation with the beautiful Esmeralda, a Romani woman. As their lives intertwine, the narrative delves into the complexities of human emotion and societal norms, ultimately revealing the harsh realities of love and acceptance in a world marked by prejudice and cruelty.