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.
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 Eva Garcia Saenz De Urturi Aquitania epub
: An essential supporting character who assists the young monarchs in their journey. Major Themes AQUITANIA - GARCIA SAENZ DE URTURI EVA - Psichogios.gr Set in 1137, the story begins with the