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Sword and Scimitar

Sword and Scimitar

Hardback Published on: 25/10/2012
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Synopsis

Bestselling author Simon Scarrow brings the Great Siege of Malta to vivid and unforgettable life in this gripping standalone novel.

1565, Malta: a vital outpost between the divided nations of Europe and the relentlessly expanding Ottoman Empire. Faced with ferocious attack by a vast Turkish fleet, the knights of the Order of St John fear annihilation. Amongst those called to assist is disgraced veteran Sir Thomas Barrett. Loyalty and instinct compel him to put the Order above all other concerns, yet his allegiance is divided. At Queen Elizabeth's command, he must search for a hidden scroll, guarded by the knights, that threatens her reign.

As Sir Thomas confronts the past that cost him his honour and a secret that has long lain buried, a vast enemy army arrives to lay siege to the island...

Publisher information

  • Publisher: Headline Publishing Group
  • ISBN: 9780755358366
  • Number of pages: 448
  • Dimensions: 241 x 160 x 38 mm
  • Weight: 716g

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Sword and Scimitar
Loved it!
Simon Scarrow brings the seige of Malta to life in this exciting page turner. He makes you feel as though you are there fighting the Turks with the whole o... READ MORE
wkdblueeyes
Sword and Scimitar
Disappointing
Having read and enjoyed all of Simon Scarrow’s Cato and Macro Roman Legion books, I was looking forward to reading his latest book. Thomas Barrett, a knigh... READ MORE
Deanne
Sword and Scimitar
A ripping yarn!
More swashbuckling from Simon Scarrow. This one -off novel has it all - a knight who's lost his faith, a search for a vital secret, a three way love triang... READ MORE
MGP
Sword and Scimitar
Well written historical drama
I have to admit that this book isn’t set in a historical period that previously has interested me. In particular I know very little about the history of Ma... READ MORE
Brummie Bookworm
Sword and Scimitar
Another great epic
Another historical fiction book from the epic author Simon Scarrow about the Great Siege of Malta Set in 1565 The Ottoman Empire needs to take Malta and th... READ MORE
traceyandtim
Sword and Scimitar
An epic tale.
This is the first Simon Scarrow novel I've read, but having finished it I'm looking forward to more of his works. With all the kingdoms of Europe in his s... READ MORE
Phil the Bard
Sword and Scimitar
Enjoyable but undemanding read
After being sent away from the Order of St John in Malta, disgraced knight Sir Thomas Barrett is called back to Malta 20 years later in 1665 to help defend... READ MORE
LV
Sword and Scimitar
Disappointing
Simon Scarrow is best known for the 'Eagle' novels set in the Roman legions. In Sword and Scimitar Scarrow abandons the Roman world and takes the reader to... READ MORE
CharlieFeather
Sword and Scimitar
Sword and scimitar
Sword and scimitar Simon Scarrow is best known for the 'Eagle' novels set in the Roman legions. In Sword and Scimitar Scarrow abandons the Roman world and... READ MORE
CharlieFeather
Sword and Scimitar
not great
disappointed not as good as his previos books.just seemed to lack something can't put my finger on it.hope next books will be up to standard.
bookworm 22
Sword and Scimitar
The Templars
Well up to his usual standard,keeps you interested all the way through.
oldfella
Sword and Scimitar
Brilliant Historical Fiction
I really enjoyed this book as it was very well written and researched. The attention to detail meant that the story came to life in my imagination and I co... READ MORE
VFurlong
Sword and Scimitar
Brilliant and blood thirsty
If this were a video game it would carry an 18 rating as the violence within the pages holds no punches. The imagery that the Simon Scarrow uses in Sword &... READ MORE
atticusfinch1048
Sword and Scimitar
Disappointing
Sword and Scimitar by Simon Scarrow I wasn’t too sure about this book after reading the tagline ‘A battle that could not be lost. A love that could not wi... READ MORE
lesleys
Sword and Scimitar
Battles and bloodshet
During the reign of Queen Elizabeth I Sir Thomas Barrett is recalled to Malta by the Grand Master of the Order of St John. The Order banished him twenty ye... READ MORE
CuteBadger
Sword and Scimitar
Sword and Scimitar, a Maltese Epic
Sword and Scimitar takes place in 1965 during the Maltese siege by the Ottoman Empire in their quest to engulf Europe and destroy Christianity. Sir Thomas... READ MORE
Ninnytendo