Shadow of the Lion

"""A luscious bouillabaisse of alternate history, high fantasy, and historical romance."" ."" . . a sweeping alternate history. . . . The authors deftly wield the juxtaposition of fantasy and history into a finely crafted story."" ""[A] massive concoction of alternate history, high fantasy, and historical romance . . . rich plotting, vivid characterization, and splendid evocation of Renaissance ethics and culture should make readers turn all the pages."" ""[A] top pick . . . fast-paced action and complex, believable settings."" ""The prolific Lackey and cohorts Flint and Freer whip up a luscious bouillabaisse of politics, intrigue, love and black magic. . . . The authors' use of contemporary American vernacular . . . keeps the pages turning fast. . . ."""