博客來She was born to the sword,
forbidden to wield it,
and destined to defy them all.
In the heart of Tuscany, young Francesca DiCesare watches from the shadows as her father trains noble sons in the art of the blade. But in a world where swords belong to men, her dream of becoming a fencer is impossible-unless she dares to seize it for herself.
When an English noble arrives at her father’s famed fencing school, Francesca finds the perfect opportunity. In secret, she strikes a dangerous bargain; lessons by moonlight in exchange for a forbidden friendship. but as rivalries simmer and tempers flare, Francesca’s defiance sets off a chain of events that will test her courage, her honor, and her heart. Betrayal looms, love falters, and tragedy strikes when a duel turns deadly. Faced with the weight of her choices, Francesca must decide whether to bow to the world’s rules or carve her own path-one forged in steel and sacrifice.The Maestro’s Daughter is the thrilling first book in the Lady Blade series, a sweeping tale of ambition, honor, and the girl who dared to stand among men.
