In the aftermath of WW II, Nikolas II, King of Slavakia, brought his nation from ashes to the forefront of world politics. But now he is in exile, debauched, promiscuous and bitter. When Slavakia wants him back, he is willing-- but is he ready to accept the challenge?

Thus begins Elleston Trevor's tale of politics and deception. A story of love and will set against the background of the Cold War, it is about a man of power, the pressures he copes with and the decisions he must make.