First published 1996
When Lord Artos, the future King Arthur, needs an interpreter to buy powerful warhorses, he turns to Galwyn – the disgraced son of a bankrupt aristocrat. Galwyn seizes this chance to restore his family's name. But as he negotiates with horse breeders, Galwyn faces hostility, deceit, and whispers of a Saxon invasion. With time running out, Galwyn must use his linguistic talents and horse expertise to secure the mounts that will carry Arthur's knights into battle. In doing so, he discovers an opportunity to not only aid his king, but also redeem his own honor.
Genres: historical, historical-fiction, adventure, fantasy
Vibes: atmospheric, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, redemption
Setting: Great Britain
Period: To 1066
219 pages · Paperback · Del Rey Book