The Disorderly Knights
In "The Disorderly Knights," Francis Crawford of Lymond returns to Scotland to establish a force of mercenaries. His journey takes him to Malta, where he aids the Order of St John in defending against Turkish forces.
Amidst the historical backdrop of 1551, Lymond's personal life becomes entangled with Joleta Malett, leading to accusations and a deadly rivalry with her brother, Graham Reid Malett.
The novel captures the political intrigue and warfare of the time, culminating in a dramatic showdown in Edinburgh.
Third in the complete six-book series, The Lymond Chronicles.