A medieval-type Fantasy novel.
A medieval-fantasy novel - potentially the first of a trilogy (although a complete story in its own right) - containing adventure, romance and gritty action, set during a turning point in the fortunes of a once great empire, seen through the eyes of a tough ex-soldier, who seeks purpose and redemption in his life. Also, about a young man who finds a powerful talisman and attempts to fulfil his destiny; meeting a diverse range of characters, both heroic and villainous on his journey.
*NOTE* For an A-Z of characters and places in the book: see chapter 14.