Oliver Bowden's 'Assassin's Creed: Renaissance' plunges readers into the heart of 15th-century Italy, following the iconic assassin Ezio Auditore da Firenze. This thrilling novel, based on the hugely popular video game, explores Ezio's transformation from a carefree noble into a master assassin, driven by vengeance and a quest for justice. It vividly portrays the political intrigues, hidden conspiracies, and breathtaking parkour action that define the Assassin's Creed universe. Readers will experience the rich tapestry of the Renaissance era through Ezio's eyes, encountering historical figures and uncovering ancient secrets that shape the destiny of mankind. This first volume of the 'Assassin's Creed' saga sets the stage for an epic journey of brotherhood, betrayal, and the eternal struggle between Templars and Assassins.