Juliet E. McKenna: The Warrior’s Bond [2001] paperback

THE WARRIOR’S BOND is the fourth tale in Juliet McKenna’s dazzling saga of Einarinn. Shadow and intrigue lies over the land and Ryshad, Einarinn’s greatest warrior, must steer a careful course if he is to protect his friend and ally, Messire D’Olbriot. But even the most cautious of strategems can fail and, in an explosive climax, Ryshad must fight to save not only his friend but the very future of Einarinn itself. For more information on this or any other Orbit title, visit the Orbit website at www.orbitbooks.co.uk