<p><b>There''s a new fantasy phenomenon for 2014 - <i>The Rose Cord</i> is the second enchanting tale in J.D. Oswald''s epic fantasy series, <i>The Ballad of Sir Benfro</i>.<br><br></b>Fleeing the vengeful Inquisitor Melyn, Sir Benfro is drawn to the last resting place of a great dragon of legend, Magog, deep in the ancient forest. Through Magog''s spirit, Benfro discovers the true nature of his forebears - a history of unimaginable power and mystery over mankind. But with this knowledge comes terrible danger.<br><br> Errol Ramsbottom''s dreams of becoming a great Warrior Priest have been shattered by his discovery of the dark secret of the Holy Order''s power. And yet as a chosen noviciate he is trapped, unwillingly drawn deeper into the sinister plans for war which will engulf Gwlad.<br><br> With the forces of magic gathering so the destinies of Errol and Sir Benfro further entwine . . .<br><br><b>And so continues <i>The Ballad of Sir Benfro</i>, in which the great dragons of old ret