The Long Sword (Chivalry)

The Long Sword (Chivalry)

<p><b>'One of <i>the</i> finest historical fiction writers in the world' Ben Kane</b></p><p>Pisa, May 1364.</p><p>Sir William Gold is looking forward to a lucrative career as a hired sword in the endless warring between Italy's city states. But when a message comes from the Grand Master of the Hospitaliers, William is forced to leave his dreams of fame and fortune behind him.</p><p>The Hospitaliers are gathering men for a crusade, and Sir William must join them. Yet before they set out for the holy land, the knights face deadly adversaries much closer to home . . . </p><p>In the twisting politics of Italy, no one can be trusted. And there are those who would be pleased to see the crusade fail . . . </p><p>Can Sir William and his knights survive this impossible mission into the heart of the enemy?</p>