The Peshawar Lancers, written by S. M. Stirling, is an exciting alternative history mystery set in a world where a catastrophic event 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 political power struggles and ancient secrets. Stirling's vivid world-building and fast-paced storytelling make The Peshawar Lancers a thrilling read for fans of alternative history and mystery genres.