The Earl of Cleveland has managed to put himself in King John\'s good graces just at the time when other barons decide to rebel.
It culminates in the b.
Following the actual history which led to the Magna Carta and beyond this fast-moving novel moves from Scotland to Wales and Northampton and Lincoln.
When the Scots begin to raid once more Sir Thomas is forced to rally the loyal knights of the north and repel them.
The newly appointed Earl is caught in the middle.
They seek more land and power.
The Earl of Cleveland has managed to put himself in King John\'s good graces just at the time when other barons decide to rebel