"This is fantasy in a very different setting - as traditional sword and sorcery meets the House of Flying Daggers." - Amazon Review 4/5 Stars From www.bookwormblues.net "The Stone Road is an interesting personal journey, as well as a rather surprising political one... Matthews does a great job really delving into the psychology of his characters. He keeps the cast small enough for them to be memorable and intimate, yet large enough to allow readers to really explore this world he's created, as well as the intricacies of it. There are a lot of surprising twists and turns." In the war between the two cities there are opportunities on both sides. For the diplomat, there is the possibility for peace and wealth. For the solider, there is a chance for fame and glory. However, to realise their dreams both must pay a heavy price. The Empire has lasted over a thousand years but there is new enemy on the horizon.