Les Pardaillan — Tome 05 : Pardaillan et Fausta

In the shadow of the Vatican, February 1590 brings a grim procession to the Piazza del Popolo. A young, beautiful princess named Fausta stands condemned on an execution scaffold, her fate tangled with the ambitions of Pope Sixtus V’s court and a secret child born in captivity. The air crackles with fierce vows as the pope’s ambitious nephew, the newly appointed cardinal, and a ruthless judge clash over whether any power can spare her life.

Meanwhile, the fearless swordsman Pardaillan, the only man Fausta ever loved, races through Rome’s twisting alleys to reach the condemned tower. His loyalty drives him into a deadly duel with the cardinal’s envoys, while whispers of hidden armor and treacherous alliances swirl around every stone. The opening act promises a storm of honor, forbidden love, and a city where loyalty and betrayal move at the same rhythm, setting the stage for an unforgettable, blood‑stained adventure.