The Blood of Rome (Eagles of the Empire 17)

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The Blood of Rome (Eagles of the Empire 17)

By: Simon Scarrow

Narrated by: Jonathan Keeble

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The gripping new Cato and Macro adventure in Simon Scarrow's bestselling Eagles of the Empire series, not to be missed by readers of Conn Iggulden and Bernard Cornwell.

It is AD 55. As trouble brews on the eastern fringes of the Roman Empire, Tribune Cato and Centurion Macro must prepare for war . . .

The wily Parthian Empire has invaded Armenia, a frontier territory claimed by Rome, ousting King Rhadamistus. The king is ambitious and ruthless, but he is vital to Rome's strategic interests. General Corbulo must restore him to power, while also readying the troops for war with the powerful Parthian Empire. Corbulo orders new arrivals Cato and Macro, and their elite cohort of Praetorian Guards, to carry out the task.

Marching into unmapped and unfamiliar terrain to restore an unpopular king is a perilous mission. Allies cannot be trusted and foes lurk on all sides. The bravery and skill of the Roman army will be tested to the limit . . .

Praise for Scarrow's bestselling novels: 'Blood, gore, political intrigue...A historical fiction thriller that'll have you reaching for your gladius' Daily Sport

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Simon ScarrowJonathan KeebleHeadlineEagles of the Empire

Ancient

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Genre Fiction

Historical

Historical Fiction

Thriller & Suspense

War & Military

Royalty

Rome

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Ancient Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Historical Fiction Thriller & Suspense War & Military Royalty Rome Scary

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Critic reviews

Praise for Simon Scarrow's novels: 'Gripping... ferocious and compelling'

A new book in Simon Scarrow's long-running series about the Roman army is always a joy

Scarrow's [novels] rank with the best

I really don't need this kind of competition... It's a great read (Bernard Cornwell)

Blood, gore, political intrigue, gripes, fears - ah, coming back to Scarrow's Eagles of Empire series is like a family homecoming in front of a warm fire... A historical fiction thriller that'll have you reaching for your gladius

The Eagles of the Empire series marches on with the brilliantly told adventures of Cato and Macro... Roman soldiering at its very best - even by Scarrow's high standards

A satisfyingly bloodthirsty, bawdy romp...perfect for Bernard Cornwell addicts who will relish its historical detail and fast-paced action. Storming stuff

A rip-roaring read

An engrossing storyline, full of teeth-clenching battles, political machinations, treachery, honour, love and death... More, please! (Elizabeth Chadwick)

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All I can say here is Bravo Simon Scarrow! This is where I want Macro and Cato, out on campaign, battling the odds, solving problems and Simon taking the time to introduce me to new snippets of his excellent historical knowledge. Call me a child but the frequent descriptions of men putting their rocks into thongs before waving them around and letting go was definitely a new audiobook experience for me! Add to that the delicious moment when Macro demonstrated how lucky Greg Wallace is that our Roman centurion isn't around now to take his place as a judge on Masterchef! Bravura stuff indeed.

More seriously this series maintains its freshness because of the continuing development of the chemistry between Macro and Cato. I've asked before in reviews how much Cato could take and in this one we come close to finding out. This takes the intrepid two into darker places than even they have been before. It also delivers a lot of action and considerable intrigue as the pair try to deal with a particularly difficult companion on their travels.

Of course, it would be remiss to comment on these books without talking about the brilliance of Jonathan Keeble. He is spectacularly good, switching with ease from the gruff Macro to the refinement of royalty and from the gravitas of Roman generals to the whining obsequiousness of a bullied royal chamberlain.

What it all adds up to is a series that even after 17 books leaves me wanting more, and certainly the ending of this one promises just that! I can hear Macro now yelling: Come on Scarrow you dog, get a move on!