Welcome to the Ooperato Belleza . . . it might save his life, or it just might be the end of him!Damelas Chademantaigne picked a poor night to flee a judicial duel. He has precious little hope of escaping the wrath of the Vixen, the most feared duellist in the entire city, until he stumbles through the stage doors of the magnificent Operato Belleza and tricks his way into the company of actors. An archaic law provides a temporary respite from his troubles until one night a ghostly voice in his head causes Damelas to fumble his lines, inadvertently blurting out a dreadful truth the citys most legendary hero may actually be a traitor and a brutal murderer. With only the help of his boisterous and lusty friend Bereto, a beautiful assassin whose target may well be Damelas himself, and a company of misfit actors whod just as soon see him dead, this failed grandson of two Greatcoats must somehow find within himself the courage to dig up longburied truths before a ruthless band of bravos known as the Iron Orchids come for his head.Oh, and theres still that matter of the Vixen waiting to duel him . . .Readers love Play of Shadows!An impressive tale with a fantastic plot, intriguing characters, and wondrous storybuilding. Another masterpiece reader review If you are looking for a swashbuckling adventure with a dash of romance and a leaven of humour, then go out and get a copy of this book reader review Swashbuckling, emotional rollercoaster, a hero to root for and a great cast...

Binding: Paperback;496 pages; Publisher: Hachette UK Distribution; Classification: FJH; Weight: 476 g; Dimensions: 130 x 197 x 34

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