The year is 1879, and Captain Simon Fonthill is ready for another challenge. Having survived the Zulu onslaught at Rorke's Drift, he is sent to the North-West Frontier - India's border with Afghanistan - and charged with a dangerous mission. Fonthill must infiltrate the warlike Pathan tribes and pass vital intelligence back to the British camp. He swiftly discovers a plot to massacre the regiments, but when his cover is blown, Fonthill steels himself for the harrowing consequences...

Blood is spilt on the battlefields of Afghanistan in this brilliant second novel in the thrilling adventure series featuring Captain Simon Fonthill

About the Author
John Wilcox was a journalist for many years before travelling all round the world while working in industry. He is now a full-time writer.

Reviews
'A lovingly-detailed, good old-fashioned adventure yarn' Choice * Choice *
'The past brought vividly to life' Manchester Evening News * Manchester Evening News *
'Fast-paced, full of action and brave deeds. If you are a fan of Simon Scarrow or Wilbur Smith, then this is for you... I've starched my stiff upper lip, loaded my Martini-Henry rifle and am off to my favourite bookshop to buy the first in the Simon Fonthill series' Historical Novels Review * Historical Novels Review *



Book Information
ISBN 9780755309856
Author John Wilcox
Format Paperback
Page Count 416
Imprint Headline Book Publishing
Publisher Headline Publishing Group
Weight(grams) 224g
Dimensions(mm) 176mm * 117mm * 27mm