This riveting second installment in Stephenson and company's epic tale
focuses on the aftermath of the world-shattering Mongolian invasion of
1241 and the difficult paths undertaken by its most resilient survivors.
The Shield Brethren, an order of warrior monks, search for a way to
overthrow the horde, even as the invaders take its members hostage.
Forced to fight in the Mongols' Circus of Swords, Haakon must prove his
mettle or lose his life in the ring. His bravery may impress the enemy,
but freedom remains a distant dream.
Father Rodrigo receives a prophecy from God and believes it's his
mission to deliver the message to Rome. Though a peaceful man, he
resigns himself to take up arms in the name of his Lord. Joining his
fight to save Christendom are the hunter Ferenc, orphan Ocyrhoe, healer
Raphael, and alchemist Yasper, each searching for his place in history.
Deftly blending fact and fantasy, The Mongoliad: Book Two captures the
indomitable will to survive against immense odds.