It is the autumn of 1534 and King Charles IV of Voravia is raising an army to defend his nation from invasion. Attending his majesty is his new squire, sixteen-year-old Peter Salt. He must learn to fight, to serve his king and the heir to the throne, Princess Lucia.

Toledo Blade tells how the two young people, with their friends, face the violence of 16th century Europe. There are no magic swords or flying horses, and Peter and Lucy have to survive using their brains and courage. Toledo Blade is a swashbuckling adventure story and the first book in the Voravia series.

Suitable for readers 12 years-old and over.