King Edward of England marches on Scotland like an avenging tide. One man alone can thwart his ambition to rule all of Britain. Robert Bruces veins run with the blood of kings and he burns to fulfil his familys claim to the throne of Scotland.But on the run through the wilds of Ireland hunted by a relentless assassin Robert seems a long way from achieving his destiny. And there are other eyes on Scotlands crown and old enemies gather against him.This is a game of conquest power and treachery and Robert finds that to survive he must first abandon everything he holds dear. He was always prepared to die on the battlefield - but what else must he sacrifice to keep his hopes alive?
