Charged with a noble's murder in 1507 Venice, a young baker will be judged by the Doges.

In 1507 Venice, a young baker charged with a noble's murder will be judged by the Doges. What can he expect from men who have the whole city in their hands? An aristocrat, Princess Sofia, investigates: the elements fit together as in a domino game and lead inexorably to an unbearable conclusion--unbearable for the Patricians who practice a travesty of a trial. They are wearing masks as they bring in the verdict.—dbdumonteil