The Red Cross of Gold I:. The Knight of Death

This sample is from the Knight of Death, which currently free at Amazon.com, Smashwords, B&N, etc.
I chose this particular passage because it shows a bit of the religious philosophy held by some of the characters. If you are of a religious character or your personal beliefs are very strong about Christianity, Islam, politics, Catholicism, etc., then I would caution that many controversial subjects arise in the Assassin Chronicles. Since the series is about the Templar Knights and they were considered heretics in the Middle Ages, some of their doctrine and beliefs may be objectionable to some, but remember this is a work of fiction, the characters are imaginary and the opinions and beliefs expressed in the novel are merely speculative fiction and not intended to offend or insult anyone.
Otherwise, read and enjoy because the book was written out of love for the mysteries of life, of God and love and the dark natures of men as well as women.

“Of course he is right,” Dambretti crossed the room and threw himself down on the springy bed. “Times have changed. You know this better than any of us. It is now a crime to persecute them. The authorities protect their rights, but this is far better than the treatment we were all subjected to in the past. I would rather have us all free from such injustices, including them, than to worry that an Inquisitor should show up at the door on any given night to drag us away to the dungeon. I spent enough time there. I, for one, can accept this as the Will of God and I suggest you do the same, Brother Thomas. It will all work out in the end and all will be saved, blah dee blah dee blah! As it is written, so let it be done. None will be lost and that is according to the Will of God. I, like you, am appalled and repelled by the blatant disregard for the teachings of the Christ in this day and age. At least some of the Christians of old thought they were right, but ignorance, like a wine stain on linen, does not go away by itself. The healer is right. We need to make use of what God provides, no matter how we might feel about it personally and we must… give thanks for it.”
“You,” Beaujold turned on him vehemently. “You seemed to enjoy it, my Brother. Perhaps you have spent too much time alone. And only moments ago you pressed your dagger at my throat for insulting Mark Ramsay. Perhaps you would do better to find yourself a woman.”
“Brother Thomas,” Simon exclaimed and then cast a scowl at Dambretti for provoking the man again. “We will do well not to argue and fight among ourselves.” He glanced at Christopher who still stood by the door, looking very pale and put out. The apprentice had no idea what they were saying. He didn’t speak French or Italian. He looked ready to bolt at any moment as if he was sure they were talking about him.

Brendan Carroll