Set in 1137, the story begins with the mysterious death of the in Compostela. His body is found blue and marked with the "blood eagle," an ancient Norman torture. His daughter, 13-year-old Eleanor , suspects the King of France, Luy VI ("The Fat") , is responsible. In a bold move for vengeance, she marries his son, Luy VII , intending to infiltrate the French court and produce Aquitanian heirs to reclaim power.
: An essential supporting character who assists the young monarchs in their journey. Major Themes AQUITANIA - GARCIA SAENZ DE URTURI EVA - Psichogios.gr Eva Garcia Saenz De Urturi Aquitania epub
: A separate narrative thread follows a boy abandoned in the forest decades earlier who grows to be one of the most exceptional (and potentially dangerous) men of the Middle Ages. Set in 1137, the story begins with the
However, the elder King Luy dies during the wedding under the same strange circumstances. Eleanor and the young Luy VII must then navigate a web of conspiracies, incest, and medieval power struggles while utilizing the ""—a legendary network of spies—to find the true killer. Key Characters In a bold move for vengeance, she marries
: The protagonist, portrayed as incredibly mature for her age, tactical, and fiercely loyal to her homeland. The novel follows her growth from age 13 to 27.