King: The epic Sunday Times bestselling conclusion to the Lionheart series

The Lionheart series continues with "Warleader," which follows Richard the Lionheart as he travels back to his kingdom after Jerusalem is taken from the Saracens. He is captured by Duke Leopold of Austria and held captive for a year, leading to unrest in his territories. "Captive" follows Richard's journey through lands controlled by his enemies, and "Negotiator" outlines the agreement reached between his mother, Queen Alienor, and Henry VI to free him. "King" details Richard's second reign, where he restores order in England, forgives his brother, and reclaims territories lost to Philippe Capet.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 19 January 2023
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

The eagerly anticipated next chapter in the epic LIONHEART series, penned by the acclaimed Sunday Times bestselling author, Ben Kane, is now available. Set in the year 1192, Warleader Autumn marks the liberation of Richard the Lionheart from the Saracen captivity, as he embarks on a journey back to his troubled kingdom. Alongside his trusted companion, Ferdia, also known as Rufus, Richard faces a formidable adversary in Philippe Capet, the treacherous king of France, as well as his younger brother, John.

Captive: Stranded on the Italian coast, Richard and a small group of companions find themselves in a perilous predicament as they navigate through lands under the control of their enemies. Just before Christmas in 1192, Richard is apprehended near Vienna by Duke Leopold of Austria, and subsequently handed over to Henry VI, the Holy Roman Emperor. His captivity extends for another year, igniting unrest in his territories in England and beyond.

Negotiator: Months of negotiations between Richard's mother, Queen Alienor, and Henry VI culminate in a bitter agreement. The exorbitant ransom demanded to release the king will deplete the treasury and drain England's resources. Philippe Capet and Richard's brother John collaborate, offering substantial sums to prolong Richard's captivity. Their efforts prove futile, leading Philippe to pen a chilling letter to John, famously stating, "Look to yourself, the devil is loose."

King: Crowned for a second time to cleanse the shame of his captivity, Richard establishes order in England, forgiving John for his shameful behavior. His next mission is to reclaim territories lost to Philippe Capet and reassert his dominance over the French king. Through strategic alliances, the construction of formidable castles, and when necessary, ruthless warfare, Richard endeavors to restore his kingdom to its former glory.

The LIONHEART series continues to captivate readers with its thrilling tales of bravery, loyalty, and epic battles, leaving us eagerly anticipating the next installment in this captivating saga.

Weight: 268g
Dimension: 128 x 198 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781409197867