Overview

• The Bright Sword begins where most Arthurian tales end, following orphaned Collum's quest in a leaderless Britain.
• Grossman integrates a modern style while honoring the myth's traditional elements, creating a fresh narrative.
• Characters like Guinevere, Merlin, and Palomides are given new depth and complexity.
• The novel addresses themes of legacy, leadership, and the power of storytelling.
• Grossman spent nearly a decade researching and writing to capture his unique take on the Arthurian saga.