A brutal tale of the exploits of French commandos on the Great War's Bulgarian front

While traveling through the Border Kingdom, Conan meets a swordswoman who serves King Eloikas and learns that the dreaded Star Brothers have renewed their ancient, forbidden magical feats and summoned an insatiable creature from the depths of time.

In the Ibar Mountains the necromancer Eremius is raising a demon-spawned army, using in of the fabled Jewels of Kurag. Snared in the court intrigues of Aghrapur, trapped by Lord Misrak, the King's deadly master of spies, Conan of Cimmeria must ride to comfort Ermius, accompanies against his will by the sorceress Illyanan. But Illyana herself carries the second Jewel, and whoever possesses both will gain power to challenge the gods. Plots and treachery loom at Conan's back, but those who seek to catch him in their web do not know that they face Conan of Cimmeria, Conan the Valiant.

About the Book I Conan: The Riddle of Steel is the second installment of the I Conan Series. Building upon the vast body of existing work that originated with Robert Howard, this work shows our hero Conan coming of age in an ancient and hostile world. Although well trained, he has yet to martial his full mental or physical powers. To learn the systems of his enemies, Conan infiltrates and is promoted in the Aqualonian Border Guard where he pits his strength and training against hereditary enemies, the Picts. During his journey Conan deals with problems we all face today: duty, family, friendship, deceit, betrayal, success, and loss. Such is the human condition for all, and with death and danger as his constant companions, Conan enters into an unknown world where only his physical prowess and keen mind will give him a chance of survival. Written as a rip-roaring, entertaining adventure in the mytho-poetic tradition, I Conan is wrapped in an exciting, fast-paced adventure guaranteed to thrill the reader and keep the pages turning. About the Author L. J. LaRoch lives with his family in the Midwest. He travels as much as possible when he’s not working. He speculates in real estate, has a huge interest in the outdoors, and tries to stay in shape.

The king of Turan's viceroy, Torgut Khan, is using the newly rebuilt temple of the evil god Ahriman as a treasury. With a bandit crew, Conan resolves to steal the great treasures of Torgut Khan. But Conan doesn't realize he's being used as a pawn by Torgut Khan's military commander, Sagobal--who wants the treasure for himself.

"Numerous authors have penned Conan yarns down the years--none with more consistency or better technique than Jordan."--Kirkus Reviews Conan is ensnared by the charms of the wily and beautiful Karela, who is secretly the Red Hawk, fearless leader of a crew of brigands. She leads Conan to face the awesome challenge of the serpentinely evil necromancer Amanar. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Robert E. Howard's Conan the Barbarian Series - Complete Collection (Fantasy & Action-Adventure Classics) is a captivating and thrilling set of stories set in the world of high adventure. Howard's literary style is marked by his vivid descriptions, intense action sequences, and complex character development. The Conan series is considered a classic in the fantasy genre, showcasing the author's mastery of world-building and creating an immersive reading experience for the audience. The stories are filled with magic, monsters, and heroic battles, making them a perfect choice for fans of epic tales. Howard's writing is influenced by mythology, history, and his own imagination, creating a unique blend of elements that set his works apart from other fantasy novels. The Conan series immerses readers in a richly detailed and transformative world where the line between good and evil is often blurred, leaving them captivated until the final page.