Hidden Keystone [TRADE PAPER ]

A gripping historical fantasy where faith and power collide.

In 1099, as Godefroi de Bouillon breaches Jerusalem's walls, the Salt Lines, a secret fraternity, seeks the mystical Keystone, risking everything Godefroi holds dear: his confidants, his love, his soul.

In 1307, Bertrand joins the Templars, only to face brutal suppression. Fleeing for his life, he becomes the sole hope to protect the Keystone, battling the French throne's forces.

• For readers of historical fiction, fantasy, and thrillers.
• Explores political intrigue, religious persecution, and the battle between good and evil.
• Perfect for fans of secret societies and ancient mysteries.

“…a powerful tale of political machinations, terrible persecution and the indomitable hope of the human spirit.” - Dr Karen Brooks, author ofThe Brewer’s Tale,The Darkest Shore, andThe Good Wife of Bath.Nathan Burragelives in Sydney, Australia with his wife and two daughters. He is the author ofFIVEFOLD, a supernatural thriller first published by Random House and subsequently translated into Russian, andAlmost Humana collection of short fiction published by IFWG. A graduate of Clarion South—an intensive, six-week residential writing program based on the famous US workshops of the same name—Nathan has been shortlisted for both the Aurealis Awards and the Ditmar Awards in Australia. Intermittent transmissions can be intercepted at www.nathanburrage.comTicks a number of boxes: historical fantasy, strong historical research into medieval France and during the crusades in Palestine. Has mysticism associated with the Templars - a strong interest area.