Praetorian (Eagles of the Empire 11) - Eagles of the Empire (Paperback)
Simon Scarrow (author)Published: 05/07/2012
IF YOU DON'T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON'T KNOW ROME!
PRAETORIAN is the gripping eleventh novel in Simon Scarrow's bestselling Eagles of the Empire series. Essential reading for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Conn Iggulden. 'A new book in Simon Scarrow's series about the Roman army is always a joy' The Times
AD 51. Legionaries Cato and Macro have forged a bond that has survived war, rebellion and torture. Yet nothing has prepared them for a daunting mission on the deadliest battlefield of all: the bloody streets of Rome.
Traitors are threatening to plunge the Empire into bloody chaos and no one can be trusted. The Emperor has ordered Cato and Macro to go on a deadly mission, working undercover to root out the traitors before Rome tears itself apart.
As the true scale of the corruption dawns, they realise they are facing terrifying odds. Two men against many, in a desperate race to save not only the Empire, but each other...
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group
ISBN: 9780755353798
Number of pages: 400
Weight: 317 g
Dimensions: 197 x 164 x 27 mm
MEDIA REVIEWS
Praise for Simon Scarrow: 'I really don't need this kind of competition... It's a great read' - Bernard Cornwell
Gripping... ferocious and compelling, it is a story of blood, romance and sacrifice - Daily Express
A new book in Simon Scarrow's series about the Roman army is always a joy - The Times
A satisfyingly bloodthirsty, bawdy romp...perfect for Bernard Cornwell addicts who will relish its historical detail and fast-paced action. Storming stuff - Good Book Guide
Scarrow's [novels] rank with the best - Independent
Rollicking good fun - Mail on Sunday
Gripping - Sunday Times
[Simon Scarrow] blends together historical facts and characters to create a book that simply cannot be put down... Highly recommended - Historical Novels Review
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