Eagle in the Sky - Wilbur Smith

Since I was first introduced to Taita the Slave in River God (which I had bought as a birthday present for Dad), I have been a confirmed devotee of Wilbur Smith's and have devoured his many works. From ancient Egypt, through the historical chronicles of the Courteney and the Ballantyne families to his more modern works, Smith writes swashbuckling, boys-own adventure tales peopled by brave and handsome heroes and feisty beautiful women who despite their independence, always swoon for the aforesaid heroes. Smith is pure escapism for which he is to be highly commended! I find shopping for books in second hand stores to be immensely therapeutic, lifting, ...