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The Gladiator (Eagles of the Empire 9)
Eagles of the Empire (Related to this series)
- Author
- Simon Scarrow
- Narrator
- Jonathan Keeble
- Publisher
- Headline
- Publish Date
- 14 June 2012
- Run Time
- 13 hours 31 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
- Genre
- Modern and contemporary fiction: literary and general, Thriller / suspense fiction, Historical fiction, War, combat and military adventure fiction, Historical adventure fiction, European history: the Romans, Ancient warfare
- Rating
- 5.0 (1 review)
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While centurions Macro and Cato are returning to Rome from a harrowing campaign against the Parthians, their transport ship is almost capsized by a tidal wave. They barely make it to the port of Matala in Crete where they are stunned to find a devastated town. An earthquake has struck the island, destroying its cities and killing thousands. In the chaotic aftermath, large bands of the island's slaves begin to revolt and local bandits, taking advantage of the slave rebellion, urge the Cretans to overthrow the Roman administration. With many of the island's troops either killed or wounded during the earthquake, the governor of the province calls on Macro and Cato for help. Can they move swiftly enough to counter the rebellion before it sweeps the Romans from the island?
(P)2012 Headline Digital
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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A new book in Simon Scarrow's series about the Roman army is always a joy
The Times
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Gripping... ferocious and compelling, it is a story of blood, romance and sacrifice
Daily Express
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Rollicking good fun
Mail on Sunday
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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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Gripping
Sunday Times
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Scarrow's [novels] rank with the best
Independent
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Details
- Author
- Simon Scarrow
- Narrator
- Jonathan Keeble
- Duration
- 13 hours 31 minutes
- Release Date
- 14 June 2012
- ISBN
- 9780755399369
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- Headline
- Genre
- Modern and contemporary fiction: literary and general, Thriller / suspense fiction, Historical fiction, War, combat and military adventure fiction, Historical adventure fiction, European history: the Romans, Ancient warfare
- Rating
- 5.0(1 review)
- Narration
- 5.0(1 review)
Synopsis
THE GLADIATOR is the compelling ninth novel in Simon Scarrow's bestselling Eagles of the Empire series. A must read for fans of Bernard Cornwell.While centurions Macro and Cato are returning to Rome from a harrowing campaign against the Parthians, their transport ship is almost capsized by a tidal wave. They barely make it to the port of Matala in Crete where they are stunned to find a devastated town. An earthquake has struck the island, destroying its cities and killing thousands. In the chaotic aftermath, large bands of the island's slaves begin to revolt and local bandits, taking advantage of the slave rebellion, urge the Cretans to overthrow the Roman administration. With many of the island's troops either killed or wounded during the earthquake, the governor of the province calls on Macro and Cato for help. Can they move swiftly enough to counter the rebellion before it sweeps the Romans from the island?(P)2012 Headline Digital
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