Publisher's Synopsis
The year is 1582. There is schism. Seventeen northern Dutch provinces are in dispute with their hereditary master, King Philip II of Spain. The rebels look to William of Orange, a man of remarkable political ability, to hold together a union of disparate ambition under a common flag of freedom from religious intolerance and tyranny. The seat of rebellion is Antwerp⸺the great commercial centre on the Scheldt river. Within its walls, William of Orange holds sway, supported by Church, noble and rich merchant alike. Amongst them is a legend of singular ability and against him is a man of resolute purpose-murder to see himself redeemed.
