Unity: Assassin's Creed Book 7 by Oliver Bowden - Historical Fiction - Paperback

Details:
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781405918848
Publisher: Penguin

Overview:
Unity: Assassin's Creed Book 7 is the seventh instalment in Oliver Bowden's bestselling Assassin's Creed novel series, plunging readers into the blood-soaked streets of Paris as the French Revolution erupts in 1789. This brand new paperback follows Arno and Élise, two lives entangled in the centuries-old war between Assassins and Templars, as revolutionary fervour tears the city apart. Rich with historical detail and cinematic action, Unity is a must-read for fans of the video game franchise and historical fiction, delivering thrills, intrigue and a vivid sense of a world on the brink of change.

About the Book:
Set against the turbulent backdrop of 1789 Paris, Unity continues Oliver Bowden's acclaimed run of novels based on Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed games. As the aristocracy clings to power and the streets fill with the cries of revolution, Arno Dorian and Élise de la Serre find themselves swept into the ancient, secretive conflict between the Assassin Brotherhood and the Templar Order. Loyalties are tested and secrets uncovered as the pair navigate gilded salons, shadowy hideouts and rooftop pursuits across a city reinventing itself in blood and fire. Bowden's prose blends meticulous historical research with fast-paced, game-inspired action, capturing the grandeur of revolutionary Paris alongside the grit of its back alleys. Themes of power, courage and sacrifice run throughout, as ordinary lives are caught up in extraordinary events, and newcomers will find Unity an accessible entry point into the wider universe. The novel works well as a standalone adventure or as part of the continuing saga, offering satisfying character development, evocative setting, and a plot that keeps pace with the video game's own dramatic events.

Key Benefits:

• Book 7 in the bestselling Assassin's Creed video game tie-in series
• Vivid historical setting: revolutionary Paris, 1789
• Fast-paced action blended with meticulous historical research
• Perfect for fans of the games and historical fiction alike
• Great gift for Assassin's Creed collectors and readers

About the Author:
Oliver Bowden is the pen name behind the official Assassin's Creed novel series, licensed by Ubisoft. It was originally adopted by British writer Anton Gill, a historian and novelist known for blending careful research with accessible, page-turning storytelling. Later instalments, including Unity, have been credited to Oliver Bowden alongside co-writer Andrew Holmes on some editions. Whichever hand holds the pen, the novels are prized by fans for translating the atmosphere, lore and adrenaline of the Assassin's Creed games into gripping historical fiction, entry by entry.

Why You'll Love This Book:
A gripping blend of history and adventure, Unity drops you into revolutionary Paris alongside Arno and Élise as ancient rivalries reignite amid chaos and bloodshed. Perfect for series fans and historical fiction lovers wanting a fast, immersive read.

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