The Skystone by Jack Whyte is the first novel in The Camulod Chronicles (also known as A Dream of Eagles), a historical fiction series that reimagines the origins of the Arthurian legend. Set in the late 4th century, the story is narrated by Publius Varrus, a Roman officer and skilled blacksmith, who, alongside his commander Caius Britannicus, strives to preserve Roman civilization in Britain as the Empire begins to withdraw.   The novel delves into the challenges faced by these Roman Britons as they navigate the decline of Roman authority and the rise of local power struggles. Varrus and Britannicus’s efforts to maintain order and forge a new societal structure lay the groundwork for the legendary tales of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table.