Thwarted by fate with the calamity that followed the Affair of the Diamond Necklace, Marie-Joseph is determined to confront destiny. When a young blacksmith who advocated for equality was sentenced to death, the populace rose up and rushed the block in an unprecedented uprising. With this emerging new power championing ideals of freedom, the bond between the Sanson siblings begins to waver. Meanwhile, Charles-Henri continues to develop a mechanical means of execution, but just who will be condemned to this instrument of death? This omnibus edition collects volumes 7 9 of the original Japanese manga series!
