Description: In an ancient Persian empire torn by civil war, the young soldier Xenophon leads his decimated Spartan army in a confrontation against the legendary warriors of Artaxerxes II.
Brief description: Conn Iggulden is one of the most accomplished authors of historical fiction writing today. Among his numerous bestselling novels, he is the author of Tyrant, Nero, The Abbot's Tale, The Falcon of Sparta, The Gates of Athens, Protector, The Lion, and Empire, all available from Pegasus Books. Conn lives in London.
Review Quotes: "A well-researched tale of heroism and hardship, honor and betrayal in which anyone's life can disappear with a filth-tipped arrow or the slash of a kopis. Exciting fare, a yarn well-spun."-- "Kirkus Reviews"