Armand de Saint Paul is a man of privilege—until a duel gone wrong turns his life into a nightmare. Framed, disgraced, and hunted by powerful enemies, he is forced to flee the opulence of the Royal Court to hide outside France.

But survival in 17th-century Europe is no easy feat. In a world ruled by deception and ambition, Armand must uncover the truth behind the conspiracies that want to destroy him—before the shadows claim him forever.

From the glittering salons of Paris to a fortified castle in Alsace, Armand de Saint Paul must navigate a perilous world of spies, secret alliances, and deadly betrayals. Can he reclaim his honour, or will the dark forces at play consume him?

A riveting tale of ambition, vengeance, love, and survival in the age of musketeers and monarchs.

✔ Alexandre Dumas – Swashbuckling adventure & courtly intrigue
✔ Kate Quinn – High-stakes historical drama & suspense
✔ Hilary Mantel – Immersive historical realism & power struggles

✔ Fast-paced storytelling that keeps you turning pages
✔ Authentic historical setting, rich in political intrigue
✔ A hero’s journey filled with deception, love, honour, and redemption

Step into the dark heart of 17th-century France and Germany, where loyalty is a gamble and survival is never guaranteed.

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