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The Singing Sword

by Jack Whyte Book 2 in the The Camulod Chronicles, series.

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As Roman power recedes from Britain, Publius Varrus and Caius Britannicus strengthen Camulod against the anarchy they expect to follow. Their settlement must recruit and train its own forces, negotiate with neighbouring rulers and persuade Roman and Celtic communities that survival depends on cooperation rather than inherited divisions.

An alliance with King Ullic Pendragon extends the colony’s influence but also brings new obligations and enemies. The novel develops the military council and shared authority that will become the Round Table, while Varrus continues the craft tradition associated with Excalibur and the founders confront the personal cost of creating a state meant to outlive them.

Historical Periods

Arthurian BritainLegendary setting, conventionally c. 5th–6th centuries CE Anglo-Saxon Settlement of Britain5th–6th centuries CE

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Court & Political Fiction Exploration & Survival Fiction War Fiction

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