The Folding Knife - K. J. Parker

Basso, the First Citizen of the Vesani Republic, is an extraordinary man. He is ruthless, cunning, and, above all, lucky. But with power comes unwanted attention, and Basso must defend his nation and himself from threats foreign and domestic. \n \nA new stand-alone novel from the acclaimed author of the Engineer Trilogy and The Company.\n \nBasso the Magnificent. Basso the Great. Basso the Wise. The First Citizen of the Vesani Republic is an extraordinary man.\n \nHe is ruthless, cunning, and above all, lucky. He brings wealth, power and prestige to his people. But with power comes unwanted attention, and Basso must defend his nation and himself from threats foreign and domestic. In a lifetime of crucial decisions, he's only ever made one mistake.\n \nOne mistake, though, can be enough.\n