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Eagles at War

By: Ben Kane
Narrated by: David Rintoul
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BASED ON REAL HISTORICAL EVENTS

A TIME FOR VENGEANCE
AD 9, German frontier: Close to the Rhine, a Roman centurion, Lucius Tullus, prepares to take his soldiers on patrol. On the opposite side of the river, German tribes are resentful of the harsh taxes about to be imposed upon them. Suspicious that there might be unrest, Tullus knows that his men's survival will be determined not just by their training and discipline, but by his leadership.


A TIME FOR WAR
What neither Tullus nor his commander, Governor Varus, realise is that ranged against them is the charismatic chieftain and trusted ally of Rome, Arminius, who has long been plotting to drive the Romans from the tribal lands east of the Rhine.


A TIME TO DIE
As Varus’ legions prepare to leave their summer encampment, thousands of warriors – directed by Arminius – are massing nearby. Eager to throw off the Roman yoke, the tribesmen prepare a deadly ambush. Only the gods can save the Romans now...

 Action & Adventure Ancient Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Fiction War & Military War Rome
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Critic reviews

Who is the rising star of historical fiction? I say Ben Kane
Gritty, passionate and violent ... a thrilling page-turner.
You feel the ground tremble beneath the phalanxes, hear the battle cries of the legions, smell the carnage of war.
A compulsive, relentless story, vividly recounted in muscular prose
Highly recommended
Gripping, brutal and brilliant (Giles Kristian)
Ben Kane’s ability to illustrate the major turning points in Roman history at the level where the blood gets shed is second to none, and in Eagles at War his ability to put believable characters into the heart of the battle is stronger than ever. (Tony Riches)
Ben Kane lifts the genre into a space all his own where honour and duty, love and hate, legions and tribes clash in spectacular, bloody, heart-breaking glory... I loved this book. It dragged me in on the first page, held me spellbound to the end and I can’t wait for the next one. More! (Manda Scott)
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What did you like most about Eagles at War?

The fact that the events are accurate and Ben has tried to be as historically true to the events make this book stand out.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Eagles at War?

Going back in the night to find the Women, Child and Pup.

What does David Rintoul bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?

Pronunciation of Roman names and Places :)

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Even though I knew the ending it kept be listening to find out how and the detail added in that is then explained in the authors note is quite fascinating.

Any additional comments?

Hope for more :)

Great Read

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Wonderful book, at times the writing was so real that I could imagine myself there amongst the fighting. I could smell the blood and sweat of the soldiers see their exhausted forms in the mist.

Wonderful book, good read.

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Took a while to get going but obviously the story for the main battle has to be set.Fantastically well read,great annunciation.Enjoyed it

Very well read

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Would you listen to Eagles at War again? Why?

The realism that Ben manages to get into his stories, while still maintaining the drive necessary to propel the reader/listener keeps me wanting more

What did you like best about this story?

The realism, the historic accuracy, the believable characters

What about David Rintoul’s performance did you like?

Clear diction makes the recording easy to understand, even when listening in the car.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes, if only I had a car journey long enough.

Any additional comments?

A little more inflection required in the humerous parts, and some variation in delivery of dialogue needed to take it from 4 to 5 stars

Another superb Ben Kane, full of realism

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Would you consider the audio edition of Eagles at War to be better than the print version?

yes

What was one of the most memorable moments of Eagles at War?

Opening scene

Which character – as performed by David Rintoul – was your favourite?

Tullus

If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Roman history brought alive!

Any additional comments?

Excellent historically based fiction. Really looking forward to next book in this series by Ben Kane.

Thrilling listen

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