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Fools’ Gold

by Philippa Gregory Book 3 in the Order of Darkness series.

First published 2014

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4.0(1,625)

The Order sends Luca and his companions to Venice to investigate counterfeit coins and the unexplained disruption of trade. Posing as a merchant household, they enter a city of banks, markets, gambling and Carnival disguises.

Their inquiry draws them toward alchemy, political influence and claims that base metal can be turned into gold. Isolde’s inheritance and Luca’s search for his missing parents make the mission personal as the group tries to separate financial fraud from supposed magic.

Historical Periods

Late Medievalc. 1300–1500 CE Medieval Italy476–1494 CE Medieval Venicec. 697–1500 CE

Genres

Children’s & Young Adult Fiction Crime & Mystery Historical Fantasy

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