In his final novel ‘Sick Heart River’, John Buchan predicted that with the outbreak of a second world war Richard Hannay and all his companions of old would be going back into action. In ‘The Thirty-One Kings’ the tale of their adventures is finally told.
June 1940
As German troops pour across France, the veteran soldier and adventurer Richard Hannay is called back into service. In Paris an agent, codenamed ‘Roland’, has disappeared and is assumed to be in the hands of the Nazis. Only he knows the secret of the thirty-one kings, one upon which the future of Europe depends. Hannay is dispatched to Paris to find Roland before the Germans overrun the city. On a hazardous journey across the battlefields of France Hannay is joined by old friends and new allies as he confronts a ruthless foe who will stop at nothing to destroy him.
**The Thirty-One Kings: Richard Hannay Returns A Thrilling Wartime Adventure by Robert J. Harris** Rediscover the legendary Richard Hannay in Robert J. Harris's compelling novel, "The Thirty-One Kings," a thrilling continuation of the adventures begun by John Buchan. This gripping tale plunges Hannay back into the heart of World War II, delivering a page-turning blend of espionage, action, and classic British heroism. As Buchan himself foresaw in his final work, 'Sick Heart River,' Hannay's skills and experience are desperately needed in a world teetering on the brink of destruction. June 1940: France is collapsing under the relentless onslaught of the German war machine. Richard Hannay, the veteran soldier and adventurer known for his courage and resourcefulness, is summoned back into service. The stakes are impossibly high. In the chaotic atmosphere of wartime Paris, a vital agent codenamed 'Roland' has vanished, feared captured by the Nazis. Roland possesses a secret of paramount importance: the secret of the thirty-one kings. This cryptic knowledge holds the key to the future of Europe, and its capture by the enemy would have catastrophic consequences. Hannay, a seasoned operative renowned for his bravery and cunning, is dispatched to Paris on a perilous mission: find Roland before the Nazis do. Time is of the essence as German forces advance rapidly, turning the City of Lights into a dangerous battlefield. Hannay's journey across war-torn France is fraught with danger at every turn. He navigates treacherous landscapes, evades enemy patrols, and faces constant threats to his life. But Hannay is not alone. Along the way, he reunites with old comrades, loyal friends from previous adventures who are ready to stand by his side once more. These familiar faces bring much-needed support and expertise to the mission. He also forges alliances with new allies, individuals who share his commitment to freedom and are willing to risk everything to defeat the enemy. Together, they form a formidable team, united in their determination to protect the secret of the thirty-one kings. Standing in their path is a ruthless and formidable adversary, a Nazi operative who will stop at nothing to achieve their objectives. This cunning foe is determined to capture Roland and extract the vital information, no matter the cost. Hannay and his companions must use all their skills and ingenuity to outwit their pursuer and prevent the secret from falling into the wrong hands. Robert J. Harris masterfully captures the spirit of John Buchan's original Hannay novels, delivering a thrilling adventure that will captivate fans of classic espionage and historical fiction. "The Thirty-One Kings" is a suspenseful and action-packed story that will keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end. Experience the bravery, camaraderie, and unwavering determination of Richard Hannay as he faces his greatest challenge yet in the desperate struggle to save Europe from the clutches of tyranny. This book is a must-read for anyone who enjoys tales of courage, adventure, and the triumph of good over evil.