The Cross and the Mask by James D. Snyder

The Cross and the Mask chronicles the clash of religions, weapons and wills as a documentary novel faithful to actual dates and events. Through the eyes of the Spanish swashbuckler Pedro Menéndez and the young Indian Lujo, we see two perspectives that led to death and devastation for both peoples. Winner of the Florida Historical Society's Patrick Smith Award for best historical fiction work. Winner of Silver Prize by the Florida Authors and Publishers Association for the year's best adult fiction.