Titans of War

Titans of War by Wilbur Smith and Mark Chadbourn is the riveting second book in the New Kingdom series, further cementing Smith’s legacy as a master of historical fiction. Set against the richly detailed backdrop of ancient Egypt, this thrilling saga continues to explore the era's epic struggles and bold heroes.

For over fifty years, Egypt has been ravaged by relentless warfare, its civilisation teetering on the brink of ruin at the hands of the Hyksos—a formidable and barbarous enemy from the distant east. The Hyksos, relentless in their conquest, have left a wake of devastation, yet a valiant resistance led by the ingenious slave-turned-leader Taita persists against all odds. Taita's brilliance and strategic prowess have long been a beacon of hope for the beleaguered nation.

Enter Piay, a young man with a destiny unlike any other. Taken under Taita’s wing at the tender age of five, Piay has been meticulously trained to become an unrivalled spy. Now, with the survival of Egypt hanging in the balance, Piay is tasked with an extraordinary mission. His journey takes him north, through the hostile lands of the Hyksos, and across the vast sea to Mycenae, in search of crucial allies.

Facing peril at every turn, Piay must navigate a labyrinth of danger and deception, his quest infused with both determination and trepidation. The stakes couldn’t be higher—should he fail, the glorious realm of Egypt may plunge into darkness forever. Can Piay muster the courage and cunning needed to alter the course of history?

BOOK 2 IN A THRILLING NEW ANCIENT EGYPTIAN SERIES, FROM INTERNATIONAL SENSATION WILBUR SMITH

'Best historical novelist' - Stephen King

'A master storyteller' - Sunday Times

'Wilbur Smith is one of those benchmarks against whom others are compared' - The Times

'No one does adventure quite like Smith' - Daily Mirror

Smith’s immersive storytelling and capability to weave intricate plots are on full display in Titans of War. The blend of relentless adventure, historical intrigue, and deeply human characters ensures that readers will be engrossed from the first page to the last. This novel not only continues the thrilling narrative of the New Kingdom series but also enriches the grand tapestry of Smith's renowned Ancient Egyptian series.

Join Piay and Taita in their gripping fight for Egypt's survival in Titans of War, and look forward to the next instalment in the series, Testament, coming soon.

Book 2 in the New Kingdom sequence and Book 8 in the Ancient Egyptian series from international sensation Wilbur Smith. Titans of War was a Sunday Times bestseller for w/e 04/09/2022.