King Louis XIV is unpopular for lavishing too much money on palaces, horses and women when his people are suffering from poverty and hunger. Aramis, now the Bishop of Vannes, conspires to replace the King with his twin brother, who has been held prisoner in the Bastille for many years. But the plot is foiled and Aramis finds himself being pursued by d'Artagnan, the captain of the King's musketeers.

This is the last adventure of d'Artagnan and the three former musketeers. The immortal quartet are finally visited by the parter of companions, who orphans children. Filled with intrigue, treason and action, it is an engrossing read.