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In the spring of 478 BCE, the Long War is not over yet, and the Spartans are bickering over dividing up the spoils with Athens. Arimnestos goes to sea to cruise the Persian-held coasts, but he finds that Persia is still not beaten and that old alliances are now fraying. Is the impossible true? Will the Spartans rather see Athens destroyed than Persia defeated? And who will save the cities of Ionia from the Great King's wrath?

Format: Hardback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 14 September 2023
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Book 7 in The Long War series from the master of historical fiction, Christian Cameron, delves into the aftermath of the Battle of Plataea, where Greeks might have believed their freedom was secured. However, as the dust settled and the blood dried, tensions arose between Athens and Sparta over dividing the spoils. After an autumn of victory, a long and cold winter loomed among the burned cities and destroyed shrines of Greece, accompanied by a hungry spring. When Arimnestos sets sail to patrol the Persian-held coasts, he discovers that Persia remains undefeated, and old alliances are fraying. Is the impossible true? Will the Spartans sacrifice Athens to defeat Persia? And who will come to the rescue of the cities of Ionia from the wrath of the Great King? As the spring of 478 BCE unfolds, the Long War continues to unfold, leaving readers on the edge of their seats as they navigate through the intricate political dynamics and intense battles that define this epic historical era.

Christian Cameron, hailed as the master of historical fiction, has crafted a series that continues to captivate readers with its intricate storytelling and vivid portrayal of ancient Greece. Book 7, titled "The Long War," picks up where the previous installment left off, following the aftermath of the Battle of Plataea. As the dust settled and the blood dried, the Greeks might have thought their freedom was secured. However, the tensions between Athens and Sparta began to rise, fueled by their desire to claim the spoils of war.

After an autumn of victory, a long and cold winter loomed over Greece, accompanied by a hungry spring. Arimnestos, the Great King's general, sets sail to patrol the Persian-held coasts, hoping to defeat the enemy and restore peace to the land. However, he soon discovers that Persia remains undefeated, and old alliances are fraying. The question arises: Is the impossible true? Will the Spartans sacrifice Athens to defeat Persia? And who will come to the rescue of the cities of Ionia from the wrath of the Great King?

As the spring of 478 BCE unfolds, the Long War continues to unfold, leaving readers on the edge of their seats as they navigate through the intricate political dynamics and intense battles that define this epic historical era. Christian Cameron's writing is praised for its ability to bring the past to life, with vivid descriptions and compelling characters that transport readers to the ancient world. "The Long War" is a testament to Cameron's skill as a storyteller, and it continues to be a must-read for fans of historical fiction.

In conclusion, Book 7 in The Long War series by Christian Cameron is a thrilling and suspenseful addition to the series. The aftermath of the Battle of Plataea sets the stage for a series of political intrigues and intense battles that will keep readers engaged until the very end. Christian Cameron's masterful storytelling and vivid portrayal of ancient Greece make this series a must-read for fans of historical fiction.

Weight: 630g
Dimension: 165 x 241 x 37 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781409198215