The Quarant
The Quarant by Graham Bullen, published by Troubador Publishing Limited on October 28, 2020, is a historical fiction novel that unfolds in January 1348. The story follows Malin Le Cordier, an English maritime trader who arrives in Venice shortly after a devastating earthquake and tsunami. As he navigates the city’s treacherous waters, he grapples with the weight of a secret coup he is orchestrating for Edward III and Genoa, all while contending with his own feelings of guilt and the hidden dangers that Venice harbors.
Readers will find a narrative rich in intrigue, as Malin’s mission intertwines with themes of revenge and unspoken love. The plot thickens with the presence of a powerful adversary in Venice, who is intent on avenging his family against Edward III. As Malin’s journey unfolds, he must quickly learn to maneuver through the city’s secrets and the complexities of his own loyalties. This edition spans 464 pages and is presented in English, inviting readers to immerse themselves in a world where greed and guilt collide amidst the backdrop of historical events.
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January, 1348. They say bad things come in threes…
The day after an earthquake and tsunami have ravaged Venice, Malin Le Cordier, a successful English maritime trader, sails into the city with plans to mature a coup on behalf of Edward III and Genoa. His time? Short. His guilt? Strong. Keeping the coup a secret from those he loves most weighs heavy on his soul. But Venice is a place with secrets and revenge flows through the city like its canals. For his sake and those he is bound to, it is best he learn to navigate it. And quickly.
Unbeknownst to Malin, there is someone powerful in the city who seeks revenge on Edward III on behalf of his family. Well-situated, he operates under covert circumstances, monitoring Malin’s every move – and playing his own long game, merely waiting for the perfect time to strike.
Combining greed and guilt, revenge and undeclared love, this is one trip that Malin may not live to regret.
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