The Peshawar Lancers, written by S. M. Stirling, is an alternative history mystery novel set in a world where a catastrophic event known as the 'Fall' has shifted the Earth's axis, plunging Europe into a new ice age. The British Empire relocates to India, and the story follows the adventures of a young woman named Athelstane King as she becomes embroiled in a conspiracy involving a secret society and a stolen artifact. With its thrilling blend of action, political intrigue, and a captivating mystery, The Peshawar Lancers offers an exciting alternative history reading experience.