Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
474
Language
English
Published
May 5, 2016
Publisher
HarperCollins
ISBN-10
0007481241
ISBN-13
9780007481248
Description
In the shadowy streets of Paris, tensions brew as ambitious noblemen and fervent religious factions vie for power in a city rife with intrigue. Giordano Bruno, a heretic turned spy, finds himself drawn into a web of conspiracy that threatens not only his life but the very future of France. Arriving in 1585, Bruno is tasked with uncovering secrets that could alter the course of the nation, particularly as King Henri III grapples with the devastating implications of being heirless.
As Bruno navigates the dangerous waters of royal politics, he encounters a cast of vibrant characters, each with their own hidden agendas and desires. From cunning courtiers to devout zealots, every interaction is steeped in double meanings and veiled threats. Bruno's intellect and fearless demeanor are put to the test as he delves deeper into a world where trust is scarce and betrayal lurks around every corner.
With the looming threat of war and the pope's watchful eye, the stakes rise higher than ever. Bruno's quest to reveal the truth places him at the center of a conspiracy that could unravel not just his life, but the future of an entire kingdom, making every choice a matter of life or death.
As Bruno navigates the dangerous waters of royal politics, he encounters a cast of vibrant characters, each with their own hidden agendas and desires. From cunning courtiers to devout zealots, every interaction is steeped in double meanings and veiled threats. Bruno's intellect and fearless demeanor are put to the test as he delves deeper into a world where trust is scarce and betrayal lurks around every corner.
With the looming threat of war and the pope's watchful eye, the stakes rise higher than ever. Bruno's quest to reveal the truth places him at the center of a conspiracy that could unravel not just his life, but the future of an entire kingdom, making every choice a matter of life or death.
Genres
Mystery
Thriller & Suspense
Action & Adventure
History
Horror
Politics