Sword and Scimitar, Simon Scarrow
Sword and Scimitar, Simon Scarrow
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Sword and Scimitar
A fast-paced historical epic of bravery and battle

Author: Simon Scarrow

Narrator: Jonathan Keeble

Unabridged: 16 hr 14 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Headline

Published: 10/25/2012


Synopsis

SWORD AND SCIMITAR is the gripping tale of the Great Siege of Malta from Simon Scarrow, bestselling author of the Eagles of the Empire series. A must read for fans of Conn Iggulden and Robert Harris.

1565, Malta: a vital outpost between the divided nations of Europe and the relentlessly expanding Ottoman Empire. Faced with ferocious attack by a vast Turkish fleet, the knights of the Order of St John fear annihilation. Amongst those called to assist is disgraced veteran Sir Thomas Barrett. Loyalty and instinct compel him to put the Order above all other concerns, yet his allegiance is divided. At Queen Elizabeth's command, he must search for a hidden scroll, guarded by the knights, that threatens her reign.

As Sir Thomas confronts the past that cost him his honour and a secret that has long lain buried, a vast enemy army arrives to lay siege to the island...

About Simon Scarrow

Simon Scarrow is the acclaimed author of multiple Sunday Times bestsellers, including Tyrant of Rome, Revenge of Rome and The Gladiator.He is also the author of many other acclaimed novels including the Sunday Times bestseller A Death in Berlin. With T. J. Andrews he has co-written Warrior, focusing on the rebel chief Caratacus, and Arena, following the career of a gladiator hero, and more.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Clemens on January 08, 2022

Read this book in 2012, and its a standalone book about the Siege of Malta of AD 1565. Compared to Willem Napier's book about this great historical Siege, I have to say in all honesty that I find this encounter a little bit less exciting and convincing as a whole. The Order of St John is facing annihi......more

Goodreads review by Alison on October 15, 2015

In this novel Simon Scarrow brings the Great Siege of Malta back to life. I live in Malta, close to the places where the fighting took place. While and after reading this book, I just wanted to visit all these places and see the story unfold in front of me. I also like the way the author involved Hen......more

Goodreads review by Rui on September 20, 2018

Uma boa história, bem contada. Chega a ser asfixiante. Obrigado, Simon. A qualidade a que estamos habituados.......more

Goodreads review by Darek on March 31, 2024

4.5 stars......more

Goodreads review by Laurence on February 25, 2020

I've been reading the Wikipedia of the real events alongside this historical fiction - to be honest I find the personal story of Sir Thomas detracts from the larger struggle of the siege and battle. So many great historical events that are missed because of the focus on the characters and the romanc......more


Quotes

'[A] gripping tale of the Great Siege of Malta . . . Ferocious and compelling it is a story of blood, romance and sacrifice. As the people fight for their homeland dark secrets emerge which threaten their survival' **** Daily Express

This lively, absorbing novel will not disappoint The Sunday Times

Praise for Simon Scarrow's other novels: 'I really don't need this kind of competition... It's a great read' Bernard Cornwell

Scarrow's [novels] rank with the best Independent

A satisfyingly bloodthirsty, bawdy romp...perfect for Bernard Cornwell addicts who will relish its historical detail and fast-paced action. Storming stuff Good Book Guide

Gripping and moving The Times