Ben Kane King : A rip-roaring epic historical adventure novel that will

The thrilling third instalment in the epic LIONHEART series from Sunday Times Bestselling author, Ben Kane! A riproaring epic PAUL FINCHA truly vibrant and gripping read HELENA GUMLEYMASONAn epic tale MATTHEW HARRFYHistorical fiction has never been more visceral JAMES ROLLINSA tour de force on an epic scale DOUGLAS JACKSONForged in battle. Made in glory. WarleaderAutumn 1192. With Jerusalem still in the Saracens hands, and a peace treaty agreed with their leader Saladin, Richard the Lionheart is free at last to travel back to his striferidden kingdom. By his side at every turn is the loyal knight Ferdia, also known as Rufus. Together they will face not just Richards archenemy Philippe Capet of France, but also the kings treacherous younger brother, John. CaptiveShipwrecked on the Italian coast, the king and his small group of companions are forced into a perilous journey through lands controlled by their enemies. Shortly before Christmas 1192, Richard is taken prisoner near Vienna by Duke Leopold of Austria. Kept prisoner for several months, the king is then handed over to Henry VI, the Holy Roman Emperor. His captivity lasts for another year, fanning the flames of unrest in his territories in England and beyond. NegotiatorTalks between Richards mother Queen Alienor and Henry VI last for months, but finally reach a bitter agreement. The extortionate sum demanded to free the king will empty the treasury and bleed England dry. Philippe Capet and Richards brother John collude,... | Ben Kane King : A rip-roaring epic historical adventure novel that will