The Two of Swords: Volume One the kurtz series Akpan takes us far beyond

Akpan takes us far beyond what we thought we knew about the tribal conflict in Rwanda

and the Athenian courtesan Thais

an annual dance that ends with a ceremonial vow to live pure lives -- in other words

stylish format that will capture the imaginations of good witches of all ages

time and time again

The Two of Swords: Volume One the kurtz series Akpan takes us far beyond"Why are we fighting this war? Because evil must be resisted, and sooner or later there comes a time when men of principle have to make a stand. But at this stage in the proceedings," he added, with a slightly lopsided grin, "mostly from force of habit." A soldier with a gift for archery. A woman who kills without care. Two brothers, both unbeatable generals, now fighting for opposing armies. No one in the vast and once glorious United Empire remains