First published 1986
Castruccio Castracani claws his way from poverty to become the feared ruler of Lucca. Waging relentless campaigns to expand his domain, he crushes all who defy him. Navigating a web of shifting alliances and backstabbing foes, Castracani risks losing his humanity in the pursuit of absolute power.
Genres: biography, historical, historical-fiction, political-thriller
Vibes: dark, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: power-struggle, rise-to-power
Setting: Lucca (Italy)
Period: 1281-1328, 1469-1527
64 pages · Paperback · Hesperus Press