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A complete successaction fans and PBS types can share their enthusiasm (Booklist, starred review) when a young Queen Elizabeth I is thrust into a gripping game of deception and lust at the height of the Ottoman Empire in this edgeofyourseat historical thriller from the New York Times bestselling author of The Great Zoo of China and Temple.The year is 1546, and Suleiman the Magnificent, the feared Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, issues an invitation to every king in Europe: You are invited to send your finest player to compete in a chess tournament to determine the champion of the known world.Thousands converge on Constantinople, including the English courts champion and his guide, the esteemed scholar Roger Ascham. Seeing a chance to enlighten the mind of a student, Ascham brings along Elizabeth Tudor, a brilliant young woman not yet consumed by royal duties in Henry VIIIs court.Yet on the opening night of the tournament, a powerful guest of the Sultan is murdered. Soon, barbaric deaths, diplomatic corruption, and unimaginable depravitysexual and otherwiseunfold before Elizabeths and Aschams eyes. The pair soon realizes that the real chess game is being played within the court itselfand its most treacherous element is that a stranger in a strange land is only as safe as her host is gracious.
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- Q: What is the genre of 'The Tournament'? A: 'The Tournament' is a historical thriller that combines elements of action and intrigue, making it appealing to fans of historical fiction and suspense.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Tournament'? A: The book is authored by Matthew Reilly, a New York Times bestselling author known for his engaging storytelling.
- Q: When was 'The Tournament' published? A: 'The Tournament' was published on July 21, 2015.
- Q: What is the page count of 'The Tournament'? A: The book contains 320 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'The Tournament'? A: This edition of 'The Tournament' is available in hardcover.
- Q: Is 'The Tournament' a first edition? A: Yes, this is a first edition of 'The Tournament'.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is brand new and in excellent condition.
- Q: What themes does 'The Tournament' explore? A: 'The Tournament' explores themes of deception, lust, and political intrigue set against the backdrop of the Ottoman Empire.
- Q: Who are the main characters in 'The Tournament'? A: The main characters include Queen Elizabeth I, a young Elizabeth Tudor, and her guide, the scholar Roger Ascham.
- Q: What kind of readers would enjoy 'The Tournament'? A: Readers who enjoy action-packed historical thrillers, chess, and stories involving political intrigue will likely enjoy 'The Tournament'.