Battle Hymn

Hans Schuder, long presumed dead by Andrew Keane and other human survivors of past battles against the Horde, is alive—but enslaved and taunted by his captors. A member of the Horde from a planet with 20th century technology has come through the Tunnel of Light and is determined to wipe out humanity on this strange world. An escape by Hans and other captives is planned, but the plot is uncovered and wild new strategies must be devised. A fast-paced, edge-of-your-seat adventure with characters who maintain their humanity and resolve despite overwhelming odds.


“Exciting and moves like a bullet with good characters and battle scenes. . . . An excellent read.”

- Analog


"With Bill Forstchen, you'll get some of the best adventure writing in years!"

- Science Fiction Chronicle


"One of the most intriguing writers today in the field of historical and military science fiction."

- Harry Turtledove, author of THE GUNS OF THE SOUTH and HOW FEW REMAIN


on the LOST REGIMENT series:

"A parallel world novel of majestic sweep and gripping intensity."

- L. Sprague de Camp, author of LEST DARKNESS FALL and THE ANCIENT ENGINEERS


"Bill Forstchen is highly respected in the military history community because he is the only one working in the field who understands the operational aspects of war, as well as the tactical and the policy/Strategic levels." 

- Dr. Dennis Showalter, Past President of the Society for Military History, author of TANNENBERG: CLASH OF EMPIRES


William R. Forstchen is the author of over forty books, has a Ph.D. in history from Purdue University and is a Faculty Fellow at Montreat College. His broad spectrum of writing includes science fiction and fantasy, historical fiction, alternate history, several scholarly works, numerous short stories and articles and near-future thrillers ONE SECOND AFTER, ONE YEAR AFTER, THE FINAL DAY, and PILLAR TO THE SKY.