Quest for Lost Heroes

Quest for Lost Heroes, published in 1990, is a novel by British fantasy writer David Gemmell. It is the fourth entry in the Drenai series.

The story is set several decades after. It makes several references to the events in Gemmell's earlier title, The King Beyond the Gate. It also provides a conclusion to the story of Tenaka Khan, one of the chief protagonists of The King Beyond the Gate.

As is usual for a Gemmell book, this is about a journey of redemption. Where the characters who discover the true nature of heroism. In their prime these characters they were the best. But in David's tales, they've passed their prime. These heroes are forced out of retirement.

Gemell's skill is how he weaves familiar themes into a gripping story. He gradually revealing his characters thoughts, hopes and fears, while mixing in brutal action.

This is great reading.