The Lord of Ireland

In "Lackland," John, the youngest son of Henry II, is dispatched to Ireland to restore order amidst tribal conflicts, but he arrives as merely the Lord of Ireland, burdened by his father's disdain. As he grapples with his identity and ambitions, John disregards royal orders and launches a violent campaign, prompting alarm from Sir Benedict Palmer, Henry's loyal advisor. The story unfolds as Palmer must confront the dangerously unrestrained power wielded by John, setting the stage for a gripping struggle for control in a turbulent kingdom.