William Rycroft

Former elite member of the SAS, Ben Hope is tortured by a tragedy from his past and now devotes his life to finding kidnapped children. But when Ben is recruited to locate an ancient manuscript which could save a dying child, he embarks on the deadliest quest of his life...

One evening in 1948, Jon Heather’s mother leaves him at Chapeltown Boys’ Home. He is certain she will come back, but just weeks later, he finds himself on a boat set for Australia. Promised paradise, Jon soon realises the reality of the Australian outback is very different. So begins an odyssey, as Jon and his friends battle to make their way back home.

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.