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- "LAWHEAD KNOWS HOW TO SPIN A TALE.
- Christy Awards (International Historical) 2001 4th Winner
- Author(s): Stephen R Lawhead
- 512 Pages
- Fiction + Literature Genres, Christian
- Series Name: Celtic Crusades
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In the second volume of this trilogy, Duncan reunites with an uncle who appears from the East with tales of a holy relic called the Black Rood, the blood-stained remnant of the True Cross that is endangered by ruthless crusader barons. When tragedy strikes Duncan's life, he sets off to Jerusalem on his own pilgrimage.Book Synopsis
"LAWHEAD KNOWS HOW TO SPIN A TALE."
--Booklist
In a time of legends and heroes, blood and mystery, one man will carry on his family's destiny as he sets upon a dangerous and glorious quest.
The Great Crusade is long over, or so Duncan, son of Murdo, believes until a long-lost uncle appears from the East bearing tales of immense treasure. Though the Iron Lance had been won for the emperor, an even holier relic has been found: the Black Rood--the prayer-worn, blood-stained remnant of the True Cross--now endangered by the greedy ambitions of ruthless crusader barons bent on carving kingdoms from the desert sands of the Middle East.
When Duncan's life is shattered by tragedy, he sets sail on his own pilgrimage to Jerusalem, following in the footsteps of his father. But the gates to the Holy Land are guarded by the warrior priests known as the Knights Templar. These fearsome guardians hold the key to more than just Duncan's fate--the very destiny of the West is in their hands.
"HISTORICAL DETAILS BRING THE SETTING TO ROBUST LIFE."
--Publishers Weekly
From the Back Cover
In the second book in the exciting Celtic Crusades series, Murdo and his family search for a piece of the cross of Christ.
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"Historical details bring the setting to robust life." -- Publishers Weekly
"Readers partial to Lawhead's...blend of mystical piety, adventure, and history should find enjoyment here." -- Kirkus Reviews
"Readers partial to Lawhead's?blend of mystical piety, adventure, and history should find enjoyment here." -- Kirkus Reviews
"Lawhead knows how to spin a tale."--"Booklist"Historical details bring the setting to robust life."--"Publishers Weekly"Readers partial to Lawhead's...blend of mystical piety, adventure, and history should find enjoyment here."--"Kirkus Reviews
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