A novel of Alexander the Great's lover and Companion, Hephaistion. "Alexander turned to face me, grin in place. For long moments it was as it used to be, sharing a look, communicating with no words. A closeness beyond all measure. He reached out and grasped my shoulder, all that he felt strong in that touch. I stared into those eyes and knew myself lost. Even as his men would follow, so would I, though I was more the fool, for I saw him clearly."