The Dead Men (Fiskardo’s War, 2)
The Dead Men follows directly from the author’s excellent first novel, The Silver Wolf, which introduced Jack Fiskardo. The novel opens in the summer of 1630. The Thirty Years War is in full swing. Captain Jack Fiskardo and his company of scouts (discoverers) has landed on the Pomeranian coast with the Swedish army ready to move into the heart of Germany. The story moves from Germany to London, Paris, and Prague through to the river Elbe, while Jack seizes every opportunity presented by his scouting role to pursue his sworn enemy, Carlo Fantom, acquire a fortune, make new friends and enemies and generally cause havoc. But just who are the Dead Men?
With a taut plot and strong believable characters, the story races along. A big novel in every sense, this is a totally enjoyable read. It can be read as a standalone, but, if you get the chance, read The Silver Wolf as it fills in the gaps in Jack’s background. Otherwise sit in your favourite chair, put your feet up and enjoy! I can’t wait for the next in this excellent series. Recommended.
