O Regicida

O Regicida is a historical romance by Camilo Castelo Branco, written in the mid-19th century, set in 17th-century Portugal. The novel follows Domingos Leite Pereira, a cutler's son, who grapples with familial expectations and his own ambitions to rise above his humble origins. As he navigates a world of music, politics, and scandal, Domingos becomes entangled in a conspiracy against the crown, exploring themes of ambition, betrayal, and moral conflict amidst societal struggles of the era.