Michael Ford

Spartan Warrior

Lysander is a Helot slave in ancient Sparta – the lowest of the low. For as long as he can remember, he has always worn a pendant round his neck — the Fire of Ares. His mother insists he never takes it off and never shows it to anyone. When a brawl reveals the pendant, Lysander’s life is turned upside down – the amulet shows him to be of noble heritage, and a new life training to be a Spartan warrior awaits him!

But life in the Spartan academy isn’t as rosy as he thought it would be. Training is tough, he is surrounded by boys who despise him and tutors who use him for target practice. Can Lysander retain his dignity and stand up for truth, equality and justice? With loyal friends by his side, Lysander hopes he can make his grandfather proud of him and prove that anyone can be a hero.

An epic tale that brings ancient Sparta to life.

Spartan Warrior
Michael Ford
Bloomsbury, Walker
10+ years
245 pp
3 titles
Proprietor: WP
Rights Available: translation