- Hardcover: 224 pages
- Publisher: Viking Children's Books (May 10 2005)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0670036315
- ISBN-13: 978-0670036318
- Product Dimensions: 20.8 x 14 x 2.3 cm
- Shipping Weight: 340 g
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,678,247 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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From School Library Journal
Grade 6-9–Although this adventure story can be enjoyed on its own, it will be most appreciated by those who have read The Book of the Lion (2000) and The Leopard Sword (2002, both Viking). This concluding volume in the trilogy finds squires Edmund and Hubert back in England achieving the honor of knighthood. They find themselves in the midst of turmoil caused by Prince John's desire to overthrow his brother King Richard. Eleanor of Aquitane, the royals' mother, sends the new knights on a dangerous pilgrimage to Rome. During this journey through Europe, the dangers and unrest of the time period come alive. Some references are made to the events in the previous titles, which aid in readers' understanding and provide necessary background information. This is a quick read with nonstop action. At least a little knowledge of medieval history would add to the appeal of the book.–Denise Moore, O'Gorman Junior High School, Sioux Falls, SD
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Gr. 7-10. This sequel to The Book of the Lion (2000) and The Leopard Sword (2002) begins with a joust in which Hubert fights for the life and freedom of his friend and fellow squire Edmund, who recently returned with him from the Crusades. After being knighted by Prince John but refusing to swear allegiance to him, the two are sent on a mission by John's mother, Eleanor of Aquitaine. With a company of trusted companions, they provide protection for a young lady on pilgrimage to Rome. On their way across Europe via the Alps, they battle Prince John's men as well as a notorious band of brigands, only to find new perils when they reach their destination. Ester, the daughter of a scholar, makes a worthy addition to the cast and a suitable love interest for Edmund. As in the previous volumes, Cadnum doesn't prettify the Middle Ages, but shows the violence as well as the pageantry, the political realities as well as the religious ideals. Carolyn Phelan
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This book begins with a jousting where Hubert fights for his life and freedom of his friend and fellow squire Edmund, who recently returned with him from the Crusades. After being knighted by Prince John but refusing to swear allegiance to him, the two are sent on a mission by John's mother Eleanor of Aquitaine.READ TO FIND THE REST!!!!!!!!!!
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