Brethren: An Epic Adventure of the Knights Templar
Autor Robyn Youngen Limba Engleză Paperback – 30 iun 2007 – vârsta de la 18 ani
An international bestseller certain to appeal to fans of The Last Templar?the thrilling first book in a sweeping medieval trilogy
On the eve of the last Crusade, two men?s destinies will come together as two great civilizations go to war. Amidst conspiracy and intrigue in Europe, Will Campbell, a young knight, risks his life to recover the stolen Book of the Grail. Hidden within its pages are the heretical plans of a secret society within the Knights Templar. Meanwhile, the former slave Baybars Bundukdari and his army have taken over Egypt and Syria, and are planning a new Holy War to bring the Crusaders to their knees.
With breathtaking battle scenes, memorable characters, and a riveting mystery at its center, Brethren (being published simultaneously with book two, Crusade, in hardcover) is a heart-stopping historical drama that brings the Middle Ages vividly to life.
On the eve of the last Crusade, two men?s destinies will come together as two great civilizations go to war. Amidst conspiracy and intrigue in Europe, Will Campbell, a young knight, risks his life to recover the stolen Book of the Grail. Hidden within its pages are the heretical plans of a secret society within the Knights Templar. Meanwhile, the former slave Baybars Bundukdari and his army have taken over Egypt and Syria, and are planning a new Holy War to bring the Crusaders to their knees.
With breathtaking battle scenes, memorable characters, and a riveting mystery at its center, Brethren (being published simultaneously with book two, Crusade, in hardcover) is a heart-stopping historical drama that brings the Middle Ages vividly to life.
| Toate formatele și edițiile | Preț | Express |
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| Paperback (2) | 54.39 lei 3-5 săpt. | +37.14 lei 6-12 zile |
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9780452288331
ISBN-10: 0452288339
Pagini: 495
Ilustrații: b/w map on page viii
Dimensiuni: 141 x 213 x 28 mm
Greutate: 0.45 kg
Editura: Plume Books
ISBN-10: 0452288339
Pagini: 495
Ilustrații: b/w map on page viii
Dimensiuni: 141 x 213 x 28 mm
Greutate: 0.45 kg
Editura: Plume Books
Notă biografică
Robyn Young has worked as a creative writing teacher, financial advisor, folk singer, and music festival organizer, and has traveled extensively in Europe and Egypt. She has a masters in creative writing from the University of Sussex.
Descriere
Youngs richly detailed historical adventure, set in Paris, London, Egypt, and Palestine, tells the story of a young knights search for a mysterious (and potentially deadly) book belonging to a secret organization within the Knights Templar, the most powerful organization in Europe.
Recenzii
BRETHREN is one of the best historical debuts in recent memory. Exciting and enthralling, it gripped me from the first page and left me waiting anxiously for the next instalment
Pacy and well-written, with vivid, convincing characters, BRETHREN captures your interest until the last page. I eagerly anticipate the sequel, knowing I will not be disappointed
Engaging and enjoyable - Robyn Young brings the tumultuous medieval world to life with pace and flair
El Cid meets The Da Vinci Code! Exciting, page-turning fiction
Rich historical detail, clever plotting and engaging characters . . . a historical thriller that will have readers turning pages and envisioning the sequel
If you love the Templars, the Crusades, and the Middle Ages, this is the book for you. Robyn Young is an exciting new voice that speaks loudly
A sweeping historical adventure with strong characters and serious verve...hits all the big emotional points...Can't wait for the next two volumes!
Wonderful... loaded with atmosphere, action, and intrigue. The Crusades come alive
Intricate, compelling, captivating and, above all, believable ... a brilliant piece of sustained imagination
Robyn Young's BRETHREN is a truly excellent novel. The thirteenth century is vividly and excitingly evoked ... I can't wait for the sequel!
'Stirring...carefully researched'
Richly worked and captivating...an epic story of war, intrigue and heroism
Tipped to be the next Da Vinci Code
El Cid meets The Da Vinci Code! Exciting, page-turning fiction
Pacy and well-written, with vivid, convincing characters, BRETHREN captures your interest until the last page. I eagerly anticipate the sequel, knowing I will not be disappointed
Engaging and enjoyable - Robyn Young brings the tumultuous medieval world to life with pace and flair
El Cid meets The Da Vinci Code! Exciting, page-turning fiction
Rich historical detail, clever plotting and engaging characters . . . a historical thriller that will have readers turning pages and envisioning the sequel
If you love the Templars, the Crusades, and the Middle Ages, this is the book for you. Robyn Young is an exciting new voice that speaks loudly
A sweeping historical adventure with strong characters and serious verve...hits all the big emotional points...Can't wait for the next two volumes!
Wonderful... loaded with atmosphere, action, and intrigue. The Crusades come alive
Intricate, compelling, captivating and, above all, believable ... a brilliant piece of sustained imagination
Robyn Young's BRETHREN is a truly excellent novel. The thirteenth century is vividly and excitingly evoked ... I can't wait for the sequel!
'Stirring...carefully researched'
Richly worked and captivating...an epic story of war, intrigue and heroism
Tipped to be the next Da Vinci Code
El Cid meets The Da Vinci Code! Exciting, page-turning fiction