La Dame de Monsoreau Vol. 2

<p>A secret marriage defies the power of the court. Amid deadly conspiracies lovers fight for their survival in a world where betrayal lurks behind every mask. Can love endure in the treacherous halls of power?</p><p><em>La Dame de Monsoreau</em> by Alexandre Dumas originally published in 1846 is part of his Valois trilogy set during the late 16th century in France. In this second volume Dumas continues the thrilling tale of political intrigue romance and betrayal surrounding the French court during the reign of King Henry III. The novel centers on the love triangle between Count de Monsoreau his wife Diane de Méridor and the dashing Bussy d'Amboise. Dumas masterfully intertwines historical events with the personal dramas of his characters creating a richly detailed narrative filled with adventure and suspense.</p>