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The French Orphan #3
Under The Spell of The Serenissima
The third in the French Orphan series follows the exploits of Pierre, former penniless orphan who discovers he is heir to the de Beauvoir inheritance.
So far, Pierre has found friends in unexpected places, been surprised by love, learned the true meaning of friendship, discovered the extent of human cunning and depravity and dodged numerous attempts by his closest family member to dispatch him to the next world.
In Under the Spell of the Serenissima Pierre’s search for the third Templar ring continues, but as ever, his path is not a smooth one. Pierre and Armand, along with Jean and Edoardo, are making for Venice, unaware that others too are racing towards the beautiful city, some intending to help, others with far more sinister motives.
As the various characters are drawn inexorably towards Venice, a conclusion will be played out that must decide Pierre’s fate, one way or another…
So far, Pierre has found friends in unexpected places, been surprised by love, learned the true meaning of friendship, discovered the extent of human cunning and depravity and dodged numerous attempts by his closest family member to dispatch him to the next world.
In Under the Spell of the Serenissima Pierre’s search for the third Templar ring continues, but as ever, his path is not a smooth one. Pierre and Armand, along with Jean and Edoardo, are making for Venice, unaware that others too are racing towards the beautiful city, some intending to help, others with far more sinister motives.
As the various characters are drawn inexorably towards Venice, a conclusion will be played out that must decide Pierre’s fate, one way or another…
302 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 12, 2013
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About the author
Michael Stolle
58 books148 followersBorn and educated in Europe, Michael has always been intrigued by the historical setting and the fact that what makes us human was as true in the 17th century as it is now.
He has been reading and writing about history for longer than he cares to recall...
He has been reading and writing about history for longer than he cares to recall...
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December 18, 2016
Another great read
Yet another great adventure! This third book of the series is a continuation of a very exciting and well written story. The author has a talent for relating the sometimes mischievous, always exciting, antics of the core characters, Armand and Pierre, and the many influential secondary characters, Charles, Marie, Jean, Celine, Julia, Henry, Nicholas, François, to name a few. Many times I've found it difficult to follow so many integral characters in a story, as well as several subplots that eventually converge....but Stole does it with such ease and intelligence. One chapter may end as cliffhanger only to bring you back to another intrigue that connects. The smooth writing style kept me wanting more and the rich history peppered throughout makes for a strong foundation for a great series. I highly recommend the book and series. I cannot wait to see what happens next as I begin book four of the series. I already see a movie in the making!
Yet another great adventure! This third book of the series is a continuation of a very exciting and well written story. The author has a talent for relating the sometimes mischievous, always exciting, antics of the core characters, Armand and Pierre, and the many influential secondary characters, Charles, Marie, Jean, Celine, Julia, Henry, Nicholas, François, to name a few. Many times I've found it difficult to follow so many integral characters in a story, as well as several subplots that eventually converge....but Stole does it with such ease and intelligence. One chapter may end as cliffhanger only to bring you back to another intrigue that connects. The smooth writing style kept me wanting more and the rich history peppered throughout makes for a strong foundation for a great series. I highly recommend the book and series. I cannot wait to see what happens next as I begin book four of the series. I already see a movie in the making!
May 7, 2014
I liked all three books very much. This is not Tolstoi or Nobel Prize worthy literature, but it's funny, intriguing and got me hooked. Nothing for intellectual wannabees though - but very entertaining. Great understanding of the historical background.
hope to read more about Pierre and his friends and the odious Henry.
hope to read more about Pierre and his friends and the odious Henry.
August 4, 2015
I received this book as a first read.
I had not read the first two books, but found this one enjoyable all the same.
The right adjective for this book would be intriguing.
The story is gripping and fast paced. Mysterious and unpredictable.
The setting is Venice, and well, it doesn't get any better than that.
I had not read the first two books, but found this one enjoyable all the same.
The right adjective for this book would be intriguing.
The story is gripping and fast paced. Mysterious and unpredictable.
The setting is Venice, and well, it doesn't get any better than that.
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November 9, 2016Crazy stuff going on in this book but I enjoyed it. Harrowing and suspenseful while intriguing. I like historical novels
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