Trial by Treason: The Enchanter General, Book Two

Author: Duncan, Dave

Number Of Pages: 296

Details:

A burgeoning Saxon enchanter confronts a demonic plot against the king in the sequel to Ironfoot, a historical fantasy series set in twelfth century England. King Henry, campaigning in France, receives a muddled warning of a treasonous conspiracy in Lincoln Castle, his great fortress in the center of England. His enchanters report that the letter contains both truth and lies, but cannot determine which is which. Putting little stock in the warning, he sends an eager young knight to lead a troop of men and investigate, and since the letter includes hints of magic, Henry orders him to enlist the help of Durwin, the young Saxon whose education he has been financing these last two years. Durwin takes an assistant and accompanies the troop to Lincoln, but quickly finds his blossoming abilities as a sage are not warmly received. Upon reaching town, it only takes a couple of hours for Durwin to realize that they are up against a vast Satanic conspiracy—and his companions may have already fallen into a deadly trap!

Reviews:

Praise for Ironfoot:

“ Enjoyable characters, a detailed setting, and atmospheric adventure intertwine in this multilevel mystery. Durwin is a congenial and persistent investigator, and readers will look forward to his future adventures.”

— Publishers Weekly

“ An entertaining, fast-paced read that will please readers looking for mystery and enchantment.”

— Kirkus Reviews

“ Ironfoot is gritty, magical, at times brutal, but above all humane. This is historical fantasy pulled off spectacularly well.” —Greg Keyes, author of The Briar King and The Reign of the Departed

“ A fantastic murder mystery firmly anchored in real history, plus a generous mix of arcane magic.”—Glenda Larke, author of The Lascar’s Dagger

“I was surprised by how compelling it was . . . I would recommend this.”

— Milliebot Reads

“An enjoyable easy read . . . hopefully there’s a sequel in the not too distant future.”

— Cannonball Read

Praise for Dave Duncan:

“Duncan excels at old-fashioned swashbuckling fantasy, maintaining a delicate balance between breathtaking excitement, romance and high camp in a genre that is easy to overdo. This is page-turning adventure with fun characters, crackling dialogue and a smart, twisty plot.”

— RT Book Reviews on

Impossible Odds, reviewed by Jen Talley Exum (4.5/5 Stars)

“[A] book that gave me the comfort I felt from the classic fantasy of yore with enough fresh ideas to allow it to sit unashamedly alongside the great fantasy books of recent times. . . . Good, solid high fantasy with interesting characters and and a clever, constantly weaving plot and narrative.”

— Fantasy Book Review on

Magic Casement

“ Duncan doesn't disappoint with another extraordinary tale of magic, mayhem and family relationships. With great storytelling, stand-out worldbuilding, compelling characters and a quick-paced plot, this inventive fantasy will have you clamoring for book two.”

— RT Book Reviews on

Speak to the Devil, reviewed by Gail Pruszkowski (4.5/5 Stars)

“Like all Dave Duncan's fantasies, Magic Casement has a charm and vibrant sense of humor. . . . rich talent and wit as a writer. . . . If it's traditional fantasy adventure with a bit of nudge-nudge wink-wink you're after, Dave Duncan is your go-to guy.”

— SF Reviews on

Magic Casement

“ [V]ersatile, talented . . . An authoritative reworking of history, combining a splendid welter of religious and political intrigues with Duncan's typically inventive, deft handling of magic and character-driven action.”

— Kirkus Reviews on

When the Saints

“ Deserves a wide readership and belongs in most fantasy collections.”

— Library Journal

“Rich, evocative language and superior narrative skills . . . only enhance Duncan's reputation as one of the leading masters of epic fantasy.”

— Publisher's Weekly

“ Distinctive and markedly superior to most of the competition.”

— Kirkus Reviews

“Dave Duncan writes rollicking adventure novels filled with subtle ch...

EAN: 9781597809535

Release Date: 16-10-2018

Languages: English

Item Note: Great shape- pages are unmarked and sharp.Has a remainder mark. Paperback Used - Like New Ships fast! 2018

Item Condition: UsedLikeNew

Binding: Paperback