Book four in the series of five making up the Pendragon cycle. This was an enjoyable read that was difficult to put down. It was told from Merlin's perspective like book two in the series. It worked well as Merlin is such an interesting character. However, I am still no closer to knowing about Arthur or Gwenyfar...

Arthur is the Pendragon, yet the focus does not seem to be on him but on Merlin. Again very gory with the lengthy battles taking precedence. I did get a little weary of the battles and I would have preferred to learn more about the personal life of Arthur. I also felt this book would have been better coming before the previous one. ( )

A fun and exciting addition to the Pendragon Cycle. Lawhead's style keeps you glued to the page, and his understanding of Medieval culture and faith keeps you set in the historic place.

Ultimately, the story the book tells is a minor one, considering the first trilogy of the Cycle, but it is a welcome one, and it is wonderful to be back in Lawhead's vision for Arthur's court. ( )