Venice, 1407.
A powerfull city with powerfull enemies.

Duke Marco has the he throne, but his ruthless aunt and uncle rule in his stead, scheming against their enemies and each other. The paws at the heart of their struggle is the duke's young cousin, Lady Giukietta. When she is abducted by Mamluk pirates, it is an outrage that will trigger war.

As the German emperor and Mamluk sultan gather their forces against the city, Venice is heading for a battle it will surley lose. Its only hope lies in a mysterious boy possessed of inhuman strength and speed - and a past wrapped in mystery.
Author: Jon Courtenay Grimwood
ISBN: 9781841498461
Format: Paperback
Pages: 432
Dimensions: 32 x 5080