Following the Lionheart: A Tale of the Third Crusades

Join Philippe, Rocco, and Kevin as they follow the Lionheart into one of history's most exciting, action-packed, and interesting periods, the Third Crusade. Experience this historic event through the eyes of three young men determined to become knights and fight alongside the warrior king known as the Lionheart.Richard the Lionheart is one of history's most colorful and controversial characters. He was a hero of such magnitude that his exploits have become legendary. It is the author's wish to portray Richard through the eyes of fictional characters in what he deems an accurate depiction of this complex character in history. Many of the amazing accounts described in this novel have been chronicled by sources that were not friendly to the English king. If enemies record Richard in a favorable light, what reason could they have to exaggerate or misinform?Every generation needs heroes, and despite attempts by some to rewrite history, the king with the heart of a lion continues to fascinate people. Read more