The Fallen Blade Act One of the Assassini
, by Grimwood, Jon CourtenayNote: Supplemental materials are not guaranteed with Rental or Used book purchases.
- ISBN: 9780316074391 | 031607439X
- Cover: Paperback
- Copyright: 1/27/2011
Venice in the early fifteenth century is at the height of its power. In theory Duke Marco commands. But Marco is a simpleton so his aunt and uncle rule in his stead. Within the Serene Republic, their word is law, but for all their influence, Venice's fate still lies in other hands . . . Lady Giulietta is the Duke's cousin. She enjoys greater privilege than many can even dream of, but her status will demand a terrible price. Atilo Il Mauros is head of theAssassini, the shadow army that enforces Venice's will - both at home and abroad. Prince Leopold zum Bas Friedland is the bastard son of the German emperor and leader of thekrieghund- the only force in Venice more feared than Atilo's assassins. And then there is Atilo's angel-faced apprentice. Only a boy, Tycho is already stronger and faster than any man has a right to be. He can see in the dark, but sunlight burns him. It is said that he drinks blood. Award-winning author Jon Courtenay Grimwood seamlessly blends history, politics and dark fantasy in a compelling vision of a Venice that might have been.