Saharan Africa, AD 670: As the daughter of a chief, Dahiya knows what it takes to lead an army against the Arab invaders.  Her ambition threatens her rivals, who believe a woman's place is in bed rather than on a battlefield.War is coming.  Dahiya has neither men nor arms. Her people are divided, and her nearest ally is a thousand miles across the sands.  Her only choice is to fight beside Apsimar, the charismatic leader of the Greek fleet.Dahiya sees and equ...

Spain, 687 A.D: In the southern province of Granada, three children form an unlikely friendship. A despicable act by the king’s bastard son changes their destinies forever. As adults, their decisions will determine the fate of a crumbling kingdom.Yosef is preparing to leave Granada on a trading mission to the East. His friend, wild, silent Laelia, is unsure of her betrothal to the aristocratic Theo.Then Oppa, scheming son of the new Visigoth king, comes south, hungry for ri...

Mastering Primary Languages introduces the primary languages curriculum and helps trainees and teachers learn how to plan and teach inspiring lessons that make language learning irresistible.Topics covered include:· Current developments in languages· Languages as an irresistible activity· Languages as a practical activity· Skills to develop in languages· Promoting curiosity· Assessing children in languages· Practical issues