Renaissance by Oliver Bowden

Set in Renaissance Italy, this narrative follows the transformation of Ezio Auditore from a carefree youth into a skilled member of the Assassin Order. After the wrongful execution of his father and brothers due to a political conspiracy, Ezio flees Florence to seek refuge with his Uncle Mario, who reveals their family's secret heritage. Armed with advanced weaponry from Leonardo da Vinci, Ezio hunts the Pazzi family and other conspirators across cities like Venice and San Gimignano. The conflict eventually uncovers a global struggle against the Templars, led by the power-hungry Rodrigo Borgia. Ezio's journey culminates in the discovery of ancient technologies and a prophetic message from a precursor civilization regarding the fate of humanity.