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A Winter War

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A Winter War by Tim Leach is a captivating tale set in the harsh, unforgiving landscapes of Eastern Europe. This crime and thriller novel delves into themes of survival, moral dilemmas, and the human condition, as characters navigate through a world filled with danger and uncertainty. The narrative weaves a gripping story of intrigue and suspense, keeping readers on the edge of their seats.
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A Winter War

A disgraced warrior must navigate a course between honour and shame, his people and the Roman Empire, in the first of a new trilogy set in the second century AD, from the author of Smile of the Wolf.

A disgraced warrior must navigate a course between honour and shame, his people and the Roman Empire, in the first of a new trilogy set in the second century AD, from the author of Smile of the Wolf.

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SHORTLISTED FOR THE HISTORICAL WRITERS' ASSOCIATION GOLD CROWN AWARD 2022.

A disgraced warrior must navigate a course between honour and shame, his people and the Roman Empire, in the first of a trilogy set in the second century AD from the author of Smile of the Wolf.

AD173. The Danube has frozen. On its far banks gather the clans of Sarmatia. Winter-starved, life ebbing away on a barren plain of ice and snow, to survive they must cross the river's frozen waters.

There's just one thing in their way. Across the ice lies the Roman Empire, and deployed in front of them, one of its legions.

The Sarmatians are proud, cast as if from the ice itself. After decades of warfare they are the only tribe still fighting the Romans. They have broken legions in battle before. They will do so again.

They charge...

Sarmatian warrior Kai awakes on a bloodied battlefield, his only company the dead. The disgrace of his defeat compounded by his survival, Kai must now navigate a course between honour and shame, his people and the Empire, for Rome hasn't finished with Kai or the Sarmatians yet.

Reviews for Tim Leach:

'Roman military adventure at its best. Ranks with the best historical fiction available today.' Simon Turney

'The characters feel rounded and real, and the Sarmatians' attempts to keep their world alive are heartbreaking.' The Times

'Tim Leach writes beautifully. Lyrical and thoughtful.' For Winter Nights

'Recommended.' Historical Novel Society

'Magnificent.' Historia

'A poetic, absorbing narrative.' Sunday Times

'Brilliantly atmospheric, utterly compelling and beautifully written.' Caroline Lea

'The storytelling is rich with imagery. It deserves huge success.' David Gilman

Series: The Sarmatian Trilogy

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The book A Winter War by Tim Leach is praised for its atmospheric and compelling nature, with beautifully crafted prose. It is noted for capturing the essence of Roman military adventure, standing out as exceptional historical fiction. Reviewers commend the realistic and rounded characters, highlighting the poignant struggle of the Sarmatians to preserve their world.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781800242883

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 May 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Head of Zeus -- an Aries Book

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Tim Leach is a graduate of the Warwick Writing Programme, where he now teaches as an Assistant Professor. His first novel, The Last King of Lydia, was shortlisted for the Dylan Thomas Prize.

Follow Tim on @TimLeachWriter

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