Carnival of Lies (Cesare Aldo Series #5)

Longlisted for the Crime Writers' Association Gold Dagger, 2026

‘Brilliant’ – Ian Rankin

‘Full of dash and atmosphere’ – The Times

The latest historical mystery from D. V. Bishop sees Cesare Aldo face his demons in Renaissance Italy . . .

Venice. Winter, 1539.

When Cesare Aldo learns of a conspiracy to assassinate Duke Cosimo de’ Medici, he is hired to protect the ruler of Florence – with his life, if necessary. The deadly attack which follows leads to bodies, bloodshed – and something far more ...