The Cat of Bubastes: A Tale of Ancient Egypt Chapter 2 - The Siege of the City

With Frederick the Great Chapter XXI - Home

In which Colonel Drummond recovers from his wounds at Torgau with devoted care from his beloved Saxon family, and after reflection upon the heavy cost of war, he seeks the king's permission to retire and start a new chapter of life with Thirza. The narrative gently unfolds scenes of heartfelt reunion, preparations for marriage, and the steady passage of peace, set against the steady tides of history and noble duty.

With Frederick the Great Chapter XX - Torgau

In which the king undertakes a bold and arduous assault on the formidable Austrian position at Torgau, facing the perils of difficult terrain, a superior enemy force, and the uncertainties of battle coordination. The fierce fighting brings grievous losses and harrowing wounds, yet amidst the confusion and night’s cold, a hard-won victory unfolds that reshapes the fortunes of Prussia.

With Frederick the Great Chapter XIX - Liegnitz

In which news of the king's swift march to Dresden stirs renewed urgency and resolve among the officers preparing for a possible siege, whilst the tense manoeuvrings of Frederick's forces against the Austrians and Russians unfold amid the perils of war. Amidst reports of bravery and hardship, letters home reveal the hopes and bonds linking soldier and family, as the king grapples with the heavy burden of command and the weary longing for peace.

With Frederick the Great Chapter XVIII - Engaged

In which Colonel Fergus Drummond, weakened by illness yet steadily recovering, finds refuge and kindness with Count Eulenfurst and his family, whose warm hospitality offers solace amid the trials of war. The narrative unfolds with gentle discourse on duty, honour, and affection, culminating in a moment of tender understanding and hopeful promise within the peaceful seclusion of the count’s estate.

With Frederick the Great Chapter XVII - Unexpected News

In which Major Drummond encounters Lord Sackville to settle a bitter dispute through a duel, demonstrating the differing codes of honour between British and Continental officers amidst the tense atmosphere following the Battle of Minden. Meanwhile, the fortunes of war shift dramatically as Frederick the Great suffers severe setbacks in the east, and Fergus receives both military promotion and the restoration of his family's estates, marking a turning point in his personal and martial journey.