This historical fiction takes place during the Ottoman Empire. Hafed is a brave lion-tamer and knight of the Order of the Silver Crescent. But when tragedy strikes, he must traverse the dangerous landscape of Turkestan in search of a powerful weapon that could end the war and save his people from slavery. Hafed's prowess with a sword is no match for the perilous obstacles he encounters - from ruthless enemies to treacherous terrain.

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