The enemy strikes from within…
Jerusalem, 1177
The Holy City is in Christian hands and the Sultan Saladin has vowed to retake her, whatever the cost.
Two faiths are warring over sacred ground. It is within this feverish hotbed that Finn of Struan, a young knight dedicated to the Templars, is stationed.
Finn’s world unravels when his mentor, Robert of Saint Albans, murders a brother in cold blood. Worse, Robert joins the Devil himself — Saladin.
The foul deeds stain the Templar name and Finn is tasked with killing Robert, a man with a mind sharper than any sword.
But as Finn slips into enemy territory, he finds the hunter has become the prey…
As Templar fights Templar for control of the Holy City, can Finn avenge his dead comrade? Will the Brotherhood prevail?
Or will Saladin’s army emerge victorious? - from Goodreads.com
This is the first book in this new series. My attention had gotten caught on the second book, and decided I needed to go back and read the first one so I would be lost in possible story references. I am not usually one for historical type fiction (mystery or fantasy) but do love what feels to be a good action novel, as this book turned out to be.
Pretty much this whole story seemed believable, like it was recorded in a scroll and recently found. World building was authentic to my knowledge of the middle east areas in the late 1100's, and the Crusades were happening. Even my basic knowledge of Templar lore seemed to cover all facts. Though, there isn't much regarding Templars in the story, as our characters are sent on a mission 'undercover'. Overall I thought it very well-written and found it to be a very enjoyable read.
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