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The Talisman-Sir Walter Scott

by Classics Illustrated · Tales of the Crusaders #2

2020

Second ChanceForbidden Romance
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4.0Amazon
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During the Crusades in the Holy Land, a humble Scottish knight stumbles into an unexpected friendship with a noble Saracen warrior, setting the stage for an epic tale of honor, loyalty, and divided allegiances. When our hero becomes entangled in court intrigue and betrayal—framed for a devastating dishonor during a moment of romantic distraction—his fate becomes mysteriously intertwined with that of a mysterious Moorish physician who appears in the Christian camp. What unfolds is a richly layered adventure filled with duels, disguises, and secrets that will test everything Sir Kenneth believes about courage, friendship, and where true nobility lies. With sweeping historical grandeur and Scott's signature blend of romance and political intrigue, this is a tale that reminds us that honor and honor's trials transcend the boundaries of faith and nation.

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