Cirrus@Austlit

'A slave revolt bars their path as they aim to traverse the Nile to the Mediterranean coast. Beyond, the looming dangers of the river threaten all who aim to pass.

'A string of encounters more dangerous than the last plague their journey, all as they hope to reach Salerno, where the final aspect of their education to become physicians will occur.

' The 12th century world encounters the new campaign led by Richard the Lionheart, leaving Ippolito and Ruth to strive for their ultimate dreams of freedom amongst a world shaken by war and turmoil...'  (Publication summary)

'DURING THE TWELFTH CENTURY CRUSADES A DEADLY JOURNEY MUST BE MADE FOR SALVATION TO HAPPEN...

'When the king of Jerusalem is diagnosed with life-threatening leprosy, his physician and two apprentices - Ippolito and Ruth - will travel to India in search of a cure that has only ever been rumoured to exist.

'They face many trials and tribulations along their journey to India and each will be more traumatic and devastating than the last. Against all odds they must continue as they hold the legacy of humanity in their hands alone.

'With daring adventures having deadly consequences at each junction of the quest, it is their love and fortitude that drive them forward with nothing but a hope in their hearts of succeeding. To lose would be too devastating to contemplate.

'The only thing for certain is survival is not guaranteed...' (Publication summary)