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Centurion (Eagles of the Empire 8)
Eagles of the Empire (Related to this series)
- Author
- Simon Scarrow
- Narrator
- Jonathan Keeble
- Publisher
- Headline
- Publish Date
- 14 June 2012
- Run Time
- 12 hours 28 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
- Genre
- Modern and contemporary fiction: literary and general, Historical fiction, Historical adventure fiction, War, combat and military adventure fiction, European history: the Romans, Ancient warfare
- Rating
- 4.0 (2 reviews)
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What to expect
In the first century AD the Roman Empire faces a new threat from its long-standing enemy Parthia. Parthia is vying with Rome for control of Palmyra, an officially neutral kingdom. Palmyra's royal household is on the brink of open revolt, and so a task force under the command of experienced soldiers Macro and Cato is dispatched to defend its king and guard its borders. When Parthia hears of the Roman army's presence, it starts amassing its troops for war.
Macro's cohort must march against the enemy, deep into treacherous territory. If Palmyra is not to fall into the clutches of Parthia, they will have to defeat superior numbers in a desperate siege. The quest for a lasting peace has never been more challenging, nor more critical for the future of the Empire.
Critics Review
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Praise for Simon Scarrow: 'I really don't need this kind of competition... It's a great read'
Bernard Cornwell
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Gripping... ferocious and compelling, it is a story of blood, romance and sacrifice
Daily Express
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A new book in Simon Scarrow's series about the Roman army is always a joy
The Times
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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
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Scarrow's [novels] rank with the best
Independent
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Gripping
Sunday Times
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'Rollicking good fun'
Mail on Sunday
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[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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Book 4.0
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Details
- Author
- Simon Scarrow
- Narrator
- Jonathan Keeble
- Duration
- 12 hours 28 minutes
- Release Date
- 14 June 2012
- ISBN
- 9780755399338
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- Headline
- Genre
- Modern and contemporary fiction: literary and general, Historical fiction, Historical adventure fiction, War, combat and military adventure fiction, European history: the Romans, Ancient warfare
- Rating
- 4.0(2 reviews)
- Narration
- 4.5(2 reviews)
Synopsis
CENTURION, a no. 1 bestseller, is the unputdownable eighth novel in Simon Scarrow's Eagle's of the Empire series. Perfect for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Conn Iggulden.In the first century AD the Roman Empire faces a new threat from its long-standing enemy Parthia. Parthia is vying with Rome for control of Palmyra, an officially neutral kingdom. Palmyra's royal household is on the brink of open revolt, and so a task force under the command of experienced soldiers Macro and Cato is dispatched to defend its king and guard its borders. When Parthia hears of the Roman army's presence, it starts amassing its troops for war. Macro's cohort must march against the enemy, deep into treacherous territory. If Palmyra is not to fall into the clutches of Parthia, they will have to defeat superior numbers in a desperate siege. The quest for a lasting peace has never been more challenging, nor more critical for the future of the Empire.
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