O Christão novo

Set against the turbulent courts of mid‑sixteenth‑century Portugal, the story follows a restless young noble caught between the austere ideals of the Jesuit movement and the opulent, often contradictory world of the royal court. Through vivid scenes of royal banquets, clandestine chapels, and the looming threat of political intrigue, the narrative paints a portrait of a society wrestling with faith, power and the early stirrings of modern thought. The protagonist’s encounters with figures such as the controversial Simão Rodrigues and the enigmatic King João III reveal the fragile balance between personal conviction and the demands of empire.

The author weaves meticulous historical detail with the freedom of fiction, letting dates and events provide a sturdy framework while imagination fills the gaps with lively dialogue and unexpected alliances. Listeners will be drawn into a world where sacred devotion clashes with emerging ideas of liberty, and where the first steps of the hero’s journey hint at larger struggles yet to unfold. This blend of scholarly rigor and narrative flair makes the tale both educational and deeply engaging.