Crusade

ROBYN YOUNG is the author of the internationally bestselling Brethren trilogy, which includes
Brethren
,
Crusade
, and the forthcoming
The Fall of the Templars
. She has traveled extensively in Europe and Egypt and has a Masters in Creative Writing from the University of Sussex. During an eclectic career, she has been a creative writing teacher, financial advisor, folk singer, and music festival organizer. She lives in Brighton, England.

Praise for the novels of Robyn Young

“A terrific thirteenth-century thriller.”
—Midwest Book Review

“Intricate but wonderfully written, a romp of a read and an exhilarating ride . . . [
Crusade
] evokes the atmosphere of the times brilliantly.”

—The Birmingham Post
(UK)

“One of the best historical debuts in recent memory. Exciting and enthralling.”

—John Connolly, bestselling author of
Bad Men

“Swords clash in the first sentence of Young’s latest and go on clashing throughout . . . Plenty of action . . . [and] attention to historical detail offset by pacey dialog.” —
The Times
(London)

“
Crusade
is a sweeping historical adventure.” —
Financial Times

“Pacey but intricate . . . this book will not disappoint those wanting to dive into an epic story of war.” —
News of the World

“Richly worked and captivating . . . an epic story of war, intrigue, and heroism.”

—The Good Book Guide

“Pacey and well-written, with vivid, convincing characters,
Brethren
captures your interest until the last page. I eagerly anticipate the sequel, knowing I will not be disappointed.”

—Alison Weir, author of
Eleanor of Aquitaine
and
Henry VIII

“Engaging and enjoyable—Robyn Young brings the tumultuous medieval world to life with pace and flair.” —Tom Harper, author of
Siege of Heaven

“If you love the Templars, the Crusades, and the Middle Ages, this is the book for you. Robyn Young is an exciting new voice that speaks loudly.”

—Sharon Kay Penman, author of
Prince of Darkness

“An intricate, compelling, captivating, and above all, believable story.
Brethren
is a brilliant piece of sustained imagination.”

—David Boyle, author of
The Troubadour’s Song

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Published by Plume, a member of Penguin Group (USA) Inc. Previously published in a Dutton edition. First Plume Printing, August

REGISTERED TRADEMARK—MARCA REGISTRADA

The Library of Congress has catalogued the Dutton edition as follows:
Young, Robyn, 1975-
Crusade / Robyn Young.
p. cm.

eISBN : 978-0-452-28960-4

1. Crusades—Eighth, 1270—Fiction. I. Title.
PS3625.O97C78 2007
813’.6—dc22 2007016163

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Acknowledgments

Once again, I find myself indebted to a large number of people, without whom this book, or at least my sanity, may not have prevailed.

Love and thanks to my parents for their constant encouragement and unfailing support. Special thanks also to Sue and Dave for the roof over our heads and for finding so many excuses for celebration.

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