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'The first part in an epic sequel to M.K. Hume's King Arthur trilogy
'The legend of King Arthur lives on...
'King Artor lies slain and Ector, a mere boy, is acknowledged as the legitimate heir to the kingdom. But the land of the Celts is weakened and Ector grows up torn between a sense of doom and duty.
'Meanwhile, in the Forest of Arden, it is revealed to young Arthur that he is the Bastard Prince, son of King Artor and Lady Elayne. Trained in the skills of a warrior, Arthur cannot challenge the position of his ruler and childhood friend, but nor can he stand back and watch Briton crumble under the threat of invasion. As the Last Dragon, he must ensure that his father's legacy lives on...' (Publication summary)
Dedication:
This book is written in memory of my dear friend, Robyn Jones, who passed away on 29 December 2010. She pulled me up when I was at my lowest, and simply would not tolerate cowardice or giving up when the going became tough.
She taught me that bullies only have power over us if we give it to them. At the table in her garden, she made me promise never to give up on myself, no matter what I was told – even when she was dying and my problems were as nothing to those she was carrying with quiet heroism. There are no words of sufficient eloquence that can repay such a gift.
People such as Robyn are true friends: those who speak the truth in hard times, but stay by your side to hold your hand in times of need.
My life is the poorer without you, my friend.
M.K. Hume
January 2014
