The Venetian Heretic

In Christian Cameron's The Venetian Heretic, Englishman Richard Hughes, a former galley slave turned fencing master, finds his quiet life in Venice disrupted by an attempted murder in his neighborhood. As he investigates the red-masked assassin targeting the city’s Libertini, he becomes embroiled in a conspiracy that spans from Venice to the Vatican. Set against the backdrop of a vibrant yet perilous Venice, this historical adventure intricately weaves themes of romance, danger, and intrigue, showcasing Cameron's skill in storytelling and rich attention to detail.