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In 1839, after ages of conflict, the Russian army and the Muslims of Chechnya are on the verge of your truce. To confirm his dedication to calmness, warrior chief Imam Shamil offers a hostage: his son, Jamal Eddin. But after the truce is authorized, the Russians spirit Jamal Eddin back to Russia, where Czar Nicholas "adopts" the youngster. Immersed in imperial courtroom life, Jamal Eddin matures into the consummate courtier. Still, he retains his Muslim faith - until he comes in love with a lovely Russian aristocrat. To marry her, Jamal Eddin must convert to Christianity, a sacrifice he is prepared to make. But his devotion to his bride-to-be will be pitted against his obligation to his homeland when Jamal Eddin is named to take his rightful place leading the Muslims. Predicated on a true report, this sweeping historical novel chronicles the coming-of-age of a young man torn by impossible alternatives wrought by love and conflicting loyalties.