Richard Blake
The Ghosts of Athens
Athens of 612 AD is a decadent and vulnerable city, threatened by starving barbarian tribes. Richard Blake’s protagonist, Aelric, a…
The Sword of Damascus
Jarrow in the Dark Ages. Also the cold and wet ages, a particularly wearing combination for Brother Aelric, aged 94.…
The Terror of Constantinople
AD 610 and Constantinople is a dangerous place to be. Outside, enemies of the Emperor Phocas have their sights set…
Conspiracies of Rome
608 AD. Young Englishman Aelric is interpreter and secretary to Maximin, a priest, who is part of the Roman mission…
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