This chapter introduces us to the world of the early modern spymaster.

This chapter of the audio guide explores our introduction to matchlock and flintlock muskets in the early modern period.

In this chapter Hamilton teaches Meldrum some important lessons about facing opponents in combat.

This chapter introduces us to the world of the early modern swordsman.

In this chapter we are introduced to the secret world of La Garde Ecossaise.

This chapter of the audio guide explores the first test Meldrum faces before he can become a member of the Garde.

In this chapter of the audio guide we are introduced to the men of La Garde Ecossaise and where they live.

In this chapter of the audio guide we discover who La Garde Ecossaise are and what they do.

In this chapter of the audio guide we are formally introduced to the main character of the novel Lieutenant-Colonel John Hamilton.

This chapter of the audio guide focuses on the mysterious surroundings within which we meet our main character Lieutenant-colonel John Hamilton.