Gilman, David
Viper's Blood
- ISBN 13:
- 9781784974480
- author:
- Gilman, David
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Head of Zeus
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 512
- Dimensions:
- 7.8 x 1.6 x 5.1 inches
- Genre:
- Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Historical,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Edward III's invasion of France with his greatest army has ended in defeat. After costly battles at Crècy and Poitiers, the Dauphin refuses to meet the English in the field, forcing Edward to agree a treaty. However, peace comes at a steep price: Blackstone is tasked with escorting the French King's daughter to Italy for her arranged marriage to one of the Milanese brothers, who have a personal vendetta against him. The French are certain that Blackstone will not leave Milan alive. This gripping chronicle of pitched battle, treachery and cruelty sets the stage for a desperate struggle between loyalty, duty and survival. In this gripping tale, the lines between honor and revenge are blurred, and the consequences of war are laid bare.