Simon Scarrow is a British author best known for his historical novels. His works often capture military conflicts and the lives of soldiers during pivotal historical periods, such as the Roman Empire or the Napoleonic Wars. Scarrow focuses on realistic portrayals of battles and the daily lives of his characters, drawing readers into the atmosphere of the era. His writing style is direct and engaging, making him a popular author of historical fiction.
Set in Spring 1940 amidst the chaos of World War II, the narrative unfolds in Berlin, where the atmosphere is thick with the impending threat of Blitzkrieg. The story delves into a city where malevolence thrives and killers operate without fear, highlighting the moral decay and danger present during this dark chapter of history. The tension and urgency of the era shape the characters and their actions as they navigate a world gripped by war and terror.
The thrilling new Eagles of the Empire novel - Macro and Cato return!
352 pages
13 hours of reading
Set in the backdrop of ancient Britain, this military adventure follows Roman army heroes Macro and Cato as they confront the fierce Queen Boudica. The story unfolds amidst the tumult of rebellion, showcasing the clash between Roman forces and native warriors. With high stakes and intense battles, the narrative captures the courage and strategy of its protagonists while exploring themes of loyalty and conflict. Bestselling author Simon Scarrow delivers a gripping tale filled with historical intrigue and action.
From the bestselling author of the Eagles of the Empire novels comes the epic
story of Caratacus: a barbarian who united Britannia's tribes to raise an army
against mighty Rome . . . Originally published in 5 ebook novellas
From the author of the Sunday Times bestsellers The Honour of Rome and The Emperor's Exile comes a brilliant new novel about the dangerous warrior Caratacus - a barbarian who threatened the future of the Empire . . . The Romans invaded Britannia in AD 43 confident of victory. They swept through a divided and ill-equipped enemy, scattered across tough terrain. But one man was not prepared to surrender. Caratacus - quick-witted youngest son of a a tribal king - had been trained from birth to be a warrior of power and grit. Sent to be schooled by the Druids in his boyhood, his training meant that an already strong and cunning prince returned to his father's kingdom as a war machine . . . With Caratacus driving them forward, the tribes prepare to repulse an enemy anticipating an easy victory. Fighting not only to stay alive but for their very way of life, these men form a mighty force. The battle is on! The brand new series from the Sunday Times bestselling authors of Invader and Pirata: Warrior, the story of Britannia's barbarian warlord Caratacus.
An epic military adventure novel pits Roman army heroes Macro and Cato against
Boudica: the terrifying Queen of the Britons. From bestselling Simon Scarrow,
author of Death to the Emperor and The Honour of Rome1st-century Britannia is
the setting for an epic and action-packed novel of tribal uprisings, battles
to the death and unmatched courage in the Roman army ranks. The 22nd Eagles of
the Empire novel. Two heroes of the Roman army - Prefect Cato and Centurion
Macro, now battle-scarred veterans, tough and resilient - lead their best men
into the midst of an enemy both fearless and resourceful. Far from Rome in
cold, rainy, unwelcoming Britannia, the soldiers need all their training to
stand strong and undaunted as constant attacks challenge morale. And a leader
like no other sends fear through the ranks: Boudica.A stunning and
unforgettable story of warfare, courage and sacrifice as brave men face an
enemy who will fight to the death to free her people from the rule of the
Empire!(P) 2023 Headline Publishing Group Ltd
1st-century Britannia is the setting for an epic and action-packed novel of tribal uprisings, battles to the death and unmatched courage in the Roman army ranks. From Simon Scarrow, author of the bestsellers The Honour of Rome, Centurionand The Gladiator. The 22nd Eagles of the Empire novel. AD 60. Britannia is in turmoil. The rebel leader Boudica has tasted victory, against a force of tough veterans in Camulodunum. Alerted to the rapidly spreading uprising, Governor Suetonius leads his army towards endangered Londinium with a mounted escort, led by Prefect Cato. Soon it's terrifyingly clear that Britannia is slipping into chaos and panic, with ever more tribal warriors swelling Boudica's ranks. And Cato and Suetonius are grimly aware that little preparation has been made to withstand a full-scale rebellion. In Londinium there is devastating news. Centurion Macro is amongst those unaccounted for after the massacre at Camulodunum. Has Cato's comrade and friend made his last stand? Facing disaster, Cato prepares his next move. Dare he hope that Macro - battle-scarred and fearless - has escaped the bloodthirsty rebels? For there is only one man Cato trusts by his side as he faces the military campaign of his life. And the future of the Empire in Britannia hangs in the balance.
Set against the backdrop of a darkened Berlin in December 1939, a young woman's brutal murder forces Criminal Inspector Horst Schenke to navigate a treacherous investigation. Under pressure from superiors who question his loyalty due to his refusal to join the Nazi Party, Schenke faces escalating danger as a second victim emerges. As he delves deeper into the case, he discovers that the threats within the regime are as lethal as the murderer he seeks, highlighting the pervasive paranoia and turmoil of the era.
AD 60. Macro and Cato - the bravest and the best of the Roman Empire's
military forces - face the fierce tribes of Britannia and a dangerous new
enemy: Boudica. The epic 21st adventure in Simon Scarrow's megaselling Eagles
of the Empire series.
Britannia simmers with tension under Roman rule. Even the army's finest men
will have a tough fight on their hands ... A stunning novel of courage,
camaraderie and deadly enemies from the Sunday Times bestselling author of
Centurion and The Emperor's Exile.
