The Fencing Master
byArturo Pérez-Reverte
Fencing is not a game but a science. The outcome is invariably the same: triumph or disaster, life or death... It is 1868; Spain teeters on the brink of revolution. Jaime Astarloa is a master-fencer of the old school, priding himself on the precision, dignity and honour of his ancient art; his friends spend their days in cafes discussing plots at court, but Jaime's obsession is to perfect the irresistible sword thrust. Then Adela de Otero, violet-eyed and enigmatic, appears at his door. When Jaime takes her on as a pupil he finds himself embroiled in dark political intrigues against which his old-fashioned values are no protection.
Language
en
Published on
30/12/1999
Pages
224
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780099448624
Who is this book for? Readers who enjoy historical mysteries with romantic elements and rich character development.
Topics LoveBetrayalSurvival
MoodSuspenseful, Romantic
RomanceMajor Subplot
ViolenceModerate
Explicit scenesSuggestive Themes
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