Another of the 1632 series (Assiti Shards), this one is set mainly in Rome, and involves continued interaction between fictional and historic characters. This is one of the ‘tighter’ novels in the series, involving fewer characters and scenes than many of the other works. But, that very limit makes it perhaps more readable and a better plot or action line than some of the others.

The action centers around a fictional attack on the Papal States of Urban VIII by Spanish forces under Cardinal Gaspar Borja y Velasco, and the involvement of the displaced Americans in saving the Pope’s life. Not for technology, but for action and battle, this work is recommended as one of the best in the series. ( )

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