The Sword and the Dagger can be an epic YA historical adventure by debut novelist Robert Cochran, the Emmy Award-winning executive producer and co-creator of the hit TV series 24.

When empires clash,

a Princess, a Knight, and an Assassin

attempt the mission of an eternity

During the time of the Crusades, an unlikely trio-a Christian princess, her affianced prince, and female assassin-embarks on a quest towards the court of the most fearsome warrior the world has ever known, Genghis Khan.

A rousing tale of adventure and romance about three teenagers who must grapple with fundamental issues of loyalty, a friendly relationship, faith, honor, and courage against the backdrop of issues that still resonate today.