The Ringed Castle by Dorothy Dunnett — book slip

In "The Ringed Castle," the fifth installment of Dorothy Dunnett's acclaimed Lymond Chronicles, Francis Crawford of Lymond finds himself in the harsh and unpredictable world of 16th-century Russia. Rescued by the ambitious Kiaya Khatun, Lymond travels to Moscow to train the Tsar's army, navigating the volatile politics of Ivan the Terrible's court. Meanwhile, Philippa Somerville returns to Scotland, becoming entangled in the English court's intrigues under Mary Tudor. As Lymond attempts to civilize the Tsar's court, he is drawn back to Britain by the Tsar's demands for munitions, uncovering deeper mysteries about his own past. This historical adventure captures the essence of the era with its rich prose and complex characters, offering a thrilling journey through power, ambition, and identity.

For fans of A Game of Thrones and Outlander.