Publisher's Synopsis
The Black Cardinal: A Novel is a thrilling historical fiction book written by John Talbot Smith. The story is set in the 15th century in France, during the reign of King Charles VII. The main character, Francois de Vendome, is a young nobleman who is sent to Paris to serve as a page in the court of the powerful Cardinal Balue.As Francois becomes more involved in the political intrigues of the court, he discovers that the Cardinal is not as benevolent as he seems. In fact, the Cardinal is plotting to overthrow the King and seize the throne for himself. Francois is torn between his loyalty to the Cardinal and his duty to the King.As the plot thickens, Francois finds himself in the middle of a dangerous game of power, where he must navigate the treacherous waters of court politics to survive. He must also confront his own demons and come to terms with his true identity.The Black Cardinal: A Novel is a gripping tale of betrayal, loyalty, and redemption, set against the backdrop of one of the most tumultuous periods in French history. Smith's writing is vivid and engaging, and his characters are complex and compelling. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction and political thrillers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
