August 1, 1808: Fifty years after the tale of Josiah Stubb ends on the Plains of Abraham, another British army lands on the shores of the Iberian Peninsula. Among them is Josiah’s grandson, Daniel. The British have come to teach Napoleon a lesson, but behind the bravado uncertainties abound. Their general, Sir Arthur Wellesley (disparagingly referred to by some as ‘the sepoy general), is untried in the European theatre, while the soldiers under his command are considered to be second rate by their peers. It remains to be seen whether they will have what it takes to stand up to Napoleon’s veterans.

The future promises opportunities aplenty for a dashing young officer … if he can survive. However, aside from his career, Daniel must also master his feelings for a woman who is sleeping with the enemy.”