The Vevellis Chronicles: The Crescent And The Cross

by Zack Varkaris

History is written by family Brothers, Antonis and Nicola Vevellis, become bitter rivals in love and ideology as both fall for Katerina, the daughter of a powerful politician. Under tutelage of General Alexis Sartis, their father’s protégé, they are exposed to the wider world in the capital, Constantinople, the jewel of Christendom. Against the backdrop of the ancient powers entwined in war, the three will determine the future of two worlds and create the history, as we know it.

467 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 10, 2020

Reviews

[Angel Kealoha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful descriptions that brought to life a bygone era. The two brothers are well matched against each other and the I particularly liked the Strong independence of the lead female characters. I read the 700 page book in only two sessions as I couldn't put it down,

I can't wait to read the Sequel, out soon I hope!

[Paul Modet · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Vevellis Chronicles has everything you would want out of a historically placed family saga. I really enjoyed reading it and was sad to get to the end. The descriptive writing is great, the reader gets a vivid a sense of era and place, and the action scene are fast paced and descriptive and manage to maintain clarity despite the complex structure. This is a highly enjoyable novel for all readers, highly recommended.

[Tim Howard · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a brilliantly researched and excellently constructed narrative about an era I knew little about.

The rivalry between the brothers is engrossing and the pictures painted of the political alliances and intrigues are fascinating.

I couldn’t put it down!
Well done Zack, I can’t wait for the second book!!

[Helen Loukaides]

Recommended as the perfect Summer time read - as the temperature rises here in the UK, you can transport your imagination back in time to Byzantine Constantinople - and the tale of two brothers. My current read -just started today.

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Intro by the author:-

Brothers, Antonis and Nicola Vevellis, become bitter rivals in love and ideology as both fall for Katerina, the daughter of a powerful politician. Under tutelage of General Alexis Sartis, their father’s protégé, they are exposed to the wider world in the capital, Constantinople, the jewel of Christendom. Against the backdrop of the ancient powers entwined in war, the three will determine the future of two worlds and create the history, as we know it.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Historical fiction at its best - if you like the details of battle this book is for you!

[Chandar · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Greek involvement in the Byzantine Empire war against the Ottoman. How two brothers on different sides became enemies. Interesting information on the "Greek Fire", notorious and feared by the enemies.