The Walls of Byzantium

James Heneage

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HERON BOOKS
01 July 2014

Fiction & Literature; Historical fiction

Series: Rise of Empires

This sweeping historical novel is shaped by the quest for a mysterious relic, guarded through generations, and by one man that might yet save the threatened Byzantine empire.

In an age of clashing empires, dark forces from the east are endangering the first light of the western Renaissance. It is an age of ruthless rulers, divided churches, fractured dynasties and intrepid traders. It is an age of great cities like Venice and Constantinople; an age of conquerors like Tamerlane who will drown the world in blood; an age when only a hero of exceptional gifts can make a difference.

Luke Magoris is that hero. Born the son of one of the Varangian guards who had sworn to keep the secret relic safe, he will find himself committed to a long journey to discover - and try to avoid - his destiny. He will travel from battle to trading fortune, from horse dealing to captivity, and to the love of three very different women and the unrelenting enmity of two remarkable men.

The Walls of Byzantium is the first of a series that will leave you impatient and longing for the next.

By: James Heneage
Imprint: HERON BOOKS
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Volume: 1
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 132mm, Spine: 36mm
Weight: 394g
ISBN: 9781782061144
ISBN 10: 1782061142
Series: Rise of Empires
Pages: 592
Publication Date: 01 July 2014
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

James Heneage created the successful bookshop chain Ottakar's and co-founded the Chalke Valley History Festival. The Mistra Chronicles began in 2013 with his first novel, The Walls of Byzantium. He lives near Salisbury.

Reviews for The Walls of Byzantium

'Fascinating historical mysteries and vivid colourful characters. It's a page-turner fast enough to make its own breeze' Conn Iggulden. * Conn Iggulden * 'A stirring tale of the struggle for Byzantium. Heneage brings to life both the tragedy and the heroism' Tom Holland. * Tom Holland * 'A compelling narrative of intrigue, love and war' The Bookseller. * Bookseller *