Warlock — Wilbur Smith

A PHARAOH'S VISION OF A BRILLIANT NEW EMPIRE
The mission of Prince Nefer, rightful heir to the throne, is to rebuild a magnificent kingdom in the stark and tumbled ruins of the embattled city of Gallala. The desire of Lord Naja is to destroy his rival and rule the land with unholy supremacy. But Nefer has on his side the warlock Taita, a matchless ally and legendary priest of notorious powers...

AN ASSASSIN'S DREAM OF AN APOCALYPTIC WORLD
To see their dream come true, Nefer and Taita must stay one. step ahead of the depraved assassin, survive the torturous shadow of his ever-pursuing armies, and outwit the shocking betrayals of his own flesh and blood. As Nefer's courage increases, and as Taita's magic grows more beguiling, so grows stronger the power of their tireless enemies...

A WARLOCK WHO HOLDS THE KEY TO THE FUTURE
Now, with the threat of tyranny and blood thundering closer and closer toward the vulnerable gates of Gallala, the ultimate battle for Egypt will begin...