'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)
