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Based on real historical events.

A time for vengeance. 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....

©2015 Ben Kane (P)2015 Random House Audiobooks Action & Adventure Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Fiction War & Military War Rome
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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 consider the audio edition of Eagles at War to be better than the print version?

I really enjoyed the Audible Version and unfortunately have not read the printed version.

Who was your favorite character and why?

I found it very difficult to choose a favourite character as this book was so well written that the book brought the reader close to a number of characters. It was quiet hard to choose a side as both(Roman and Germanic) had traits of good and evil. Both Tulis and Arminius were a close top spot.

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

Tulis

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

Hells Forest

Ben Kane Does It Again! 5 Stars

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excellent as always by ben kane. he has a way of putting you in the front line with the legionaries.

greatest defeat

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