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Emperor's Knife

The Imperial Assassin 2

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Emperor's Knife

By: Alex Gough
Narrated by: David Thorpe
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Brothers. Emperors. Deadly enemies...

An unputdownable novel of intrigue and combat in Ancient Rome. Emperor Severus is on his deathbed. His sons Geta and Caracalla, feuding in Britannia, are readying for a devastating power struggle. Silus, now a centurion in the Arcani, the secrete network of spies and assassins, is thrown into the maelstrom.

Back in Ancient Rome, plots breed in the stinking alleys. Everyone might be an enemy. Everyone a traitor. As an Imperial Assassin, Silus’ loyalty will be tested to breaking point. And with the Empire starting to buckle under the strain, Silus must ask what matters: Rome or his own damned soul?

From thundering races at the Circus Maximus to death in the Imperial palaces, this is a powerful and unputdownable novel that will transport to you Ancient Rome, perfect for fans of Ben Kane, Simon Scarrow and Conn Iggulden.

Alex Gough is an author of historical fiction adventures set in Ancient Rome. The Carbo Chronicles, including Watchmen of Rome and Bandits of Rome are the culmination of a lot of research into the underclasses of the time.

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Ancient Historical Historical Fiction Thriller & Suspense Assassin Ancient Rome Fiction Ancient History Rome

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All stars
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Good story line
Good performance by narrator
Really pleased with book, would recommend as a good listen

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One of my favourite book series! Alex Gough is a fabulous writer, I am devouring this series super quick.

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