The Devil's Guard is a historical novel by Talbot Mundy, first published in 1925. It tells the story of a British soldier, Captain John Geste, who is sent to the Middle East during World War I to join the mysterious and feared "Devil's Guard" - a unit of German mercenaries fighting for the Ottoman Empire. Geste soon discovers that the Devil's Guard is a highly disciplined and effective fighting force, and he is soon drawn into their ranks. He soon finds himself in the midst of a complex web of intrigue and danger, as he is forced to confront his own inner demons and the secrets of the Devil's Guard. The novel follows Geste's journey as he struggles to survive in the harsh desert environment and to make sense of the mysterious and often brutal world of the Devil's Guard. Along the way, he discovers the truth about the unit and its mysterious leader, and learns the true cost of loyalty and honor.
By Talbot Mundy · First published 1926 · Genre: Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Action/Thriller · 5 chapters