Gritty, pacy historical fiction. The action never lets up and it's a real pleasure to share the perilous adventures of Will and his hard-fighting band of followers -- Simon Scarrow, #1 Sunday Times bestseller Fast paced, deeply immersive . . . [ Scott Mariani] shows his deep knowledge of the period in this excellent read. A read-to-the-end page turner, this is historical fiction as it should be written -- Ben Kane, Sunday Times bestselling author Scott Mariani brings the Third Crusade to authentic and bloody life on the page. Stalwart knights, a wily and fanatical enemy and, best of all, Greek Fire! What a treat!' -- Anthony Riches, Sunday Times bestseller For readers who enjoy an exciting and suspenseful story with lots of action, convincing historical detail, and a likeable hero, there is much to enjoy * Historical Novel Society * Two of my favourite things have come together - Scott Mariani's masterful storytelling and the medieval world. Meticulously researched and skilfully brought to life -- Philippa Langley MBE Mariani has clearly researched the late 12th century in some detail - and delivers a gripping tale * The Ricardian Bulletin *
