August 1572: Minou Joubert and her husband Piet travel to Paris to attend a royal wedding which, after a decade of religious wars, is intended to finally bring peace between the Catholics and the Huguenots. Also in Paris is their oldest enemy, Vidal, in pursuit of an ancient relic that will change the course of history. Within days of the marriage, thousands will lie dead in the streets, and in this sequel to The Burning Chambers, Minou's family will be scattered to the four winds.

"Mosse presents another absorbing historical yarn that mixes intrigue, action, and family drama with aplomb."—Booklist