"The Carrying of the Cross" is a captivating novel by Bruno Lafourcade that transports readers into a dark and mysterious world. The story revolves around Madeleine Peyrehorade, who is firmly convinced that her home is haunted by supernatural forces. Her son Christian, a talented student with a particular interest in the Cagots of the Middle Ages, patiently listens to her tales while he himself is afflicted by a troubling illness. The plot intertwines the fates of Madeleine, her son, and Jean Darrigade, a supervisor at a private institution, raising questions about the connection between art, faith, and the supernatural. Lafourcade, who has already published numerous works, offers in this novel a profound reflection on the relationship between God, art, and death, prompting the reader to think deeply.