James Heneage

Luke Magoris has to find a fortune to build defences for Mistra, the last outpost of Imperial Rome. He turns to the Ming Empire for trade, and to Italy for its rapidly developing banks. And yet the Varangian treasure - which only Luke can uncover - may hold the key to all.  Book 3 of series.

A band of soldiers led by Luke Magoris are on a long journey to Samarcand, hoping to persuade Tamerlane to defend Constantinople. Luke begins to question if his mission is honourable, or whether those who sent him have the best interests of Byzantium at heart.  Book 2 of series.

Fifteenth-century Europe: In the midst of growing unrest, rivals battle for a mysterious treasure, each desperate to secure its alleged power for their own nations. The crossed allegiances, plots and passions of four remarkable characters are played out in this epic tale.  Book 1 of series.