Crusade: BRAND NEW in the epic, action-packed Chronicles of the Black Lion from Richard Cullen for 2025

Discover the BRANDNEW epic historical adventure series from Richard Cullen, featuring The Black Lion… Stripped of his birthright, Estienne Wace seeks to prove his worth in the deserts of Outremer!

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Abandoning the safety of England for the perilous shores of the Levant, Estienne Wace is thrust into the turmoil of the Fifth Crusade. Burning with righteous purpose, he is determined to reclaim the Holy Land in the name of Christ.

War rages along the banks of the Nile as a crusading army besieges the Saracen city of Damietta, certain that the price they pay in blood will return the glory and treasures they crave. But as the Black Lion roars, and the siege grinds on, Estienne’s unwavering faith is tested more and more by the grim reality of this brutal conflict.

As the siege turns on a knife edge, Estienne finds himself thrust upon a journey across the merciless desert. Stripped of everything, and forced into a dangerous alliance, he will grapple with the true meaning of faith, honour, and the price of salvation, in a land where nothing is as he once believed.

Perfect for the fans of Bernard Cornwell, Ben Kane and Conn Iggulden.

Praise for Richard Cullen's Chronicles of the Black Lion series

A gripping and tautly-woven tale of a young squire thrust into the house of William Marshal during the turbulent reign of King John. Rebellion is rich, engrossing and beautifully historical, a page-turner from start to finish.' - SJA Turney, author of the Wolves of Oden series.

''Following in the footsteps of the legendary knight William Marshall, The events surrounding the signing of Magna Carta, and the end of King John's notorious reign are brought vividly to life by Richard Cullen. One of the most significant and fascinating periods in English history done justice by an exciting and engrossing story.' - JC Duncan

'This is a thrilling start to a new series, sure to appeal to fans of the genre and those interested in the events of King John's reign and the fabulous William Marshall in all his wonderful glory' - MJ Porter

'Gritty, exciting and thoroughly medieval. I was after something gritty, engaging and rich in historical detail, it ticked all of these boxes' - Reader Review

'For me this was one of the best balanced books I’ve ever read - it’s a gloriously wonderful story and sets up the promise of what could be the best series I’ve ever read.. I’ve high hopes for this one.' - Reader Review

'The Rebellion is a great new series about a time in history that was ruled by violence and power. I am definitely looking forward to the next book!' - Reader Review

'Even if you don't know much about the history of King's of England this is a very entertaining read. Exciting, informative and gripping story' - Reader Review

'A period that’s less travelled in historical fiction. Well researched, well written- definitely worth a read' - Reader Review

'The Rebellion is a great new series about a time in history that was ruled by violence and power. I am definitely looking forward to the next book!' - Reader Review

'Exciting, informative and gripping story. With thanks to the author' - Reader Review

© 2025 Boldwood Books (Audiobook): 9781836033622
© 2025 Boldwood Books (Ebook): 9781836033677

Release date

Audiobook: 10 February 2025
Ebook: 10 February 2025