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The city of Perimadeia has fallen. Bardas Loredan, the man who was chosen to save it, is now on the Island—a recluse living in the mountains, away from his family, with only a young apprentice for company. His life as a fencer–at–law is over. Instead, Loredan spends his days perfecting the art... read more

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  • Bardas Loredan: Formerly a Fencer-at-Law in the fallen Perimedea, formerly the Colonel in charge of the city when it fell; here he lives on Scona making bows, trying to keep out of the family Bank
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The sergeant was pulling at his sleeve.

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This is book 2 of 3 in The Fencer Trilogy. (standard series)

Preceded by Colours in the Steel, and followed by The Proof House.

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  1. K. J. Parker (Author)

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Original Language: English
Publisher: Orbit
Country: United Kingdom
Publication Date: Apr 1999
ISBN: 1-85723-756-0
Page Count: 442

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