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Captain of Horse by Griff Hosker

20 December 2024 By Editor

Buy Captain of Horse by Griff Hosker

With ample fortunes garnered as a sword for hire and a loving wife now at his side, Captain James Bretherton at last looks to the prospect of leaving the world of war; instead, becoming a man who trains others to fight.

Any plans for an easier life are soon thwarted, however, when King Gustavus Adolphus of Sweden seeks Bretherton’s services.

In his fight for the Protestant cause, Adolphus is eager to strengthen the backbone of his army and for that he needs Captain James; he needs a Captain of Horse.

Captain of Horse by Griff Hosker is published on 20 December, 2024.

Have a look at Griff’s Historia feature about his career as a historical novelist.

For more historical fiction, our list of over 200 books coming out in 2024 may give you some inspiration.

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