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Invictus (Eagles of the Empire 15)

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Invictus by Simon Scarrow, set in ancient Rome, follows Prefect Cato and Centurion Macro as they face political intrigue and military challenges. Tasked with defending the Roman Empire's borders against a rebellious Iberian warlord, they navigate treacherous alliances. The novel combines historical depth with gripping action, reflecting on loyalty, leadership, and the complexities of empire.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by tales of Roman military adventures and appreciate well-researched historical settings. It’s a thrilling ride through ancient history with vivid characters and gripping battle sequences, perfect for fans of historical fiction that combines strategic intrigue with action.

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Invictus (Eagles of the Empire 15)

The Sunday Times bestseller. A gripping novel of the Roman army in the 1st century AD, moving from dangerous Rome to rebellious Hispania. An Eagles of the Empire novel from No.1 bestselling Simon Scarrow, author of CENTURION.

'A new book in Simon Scarrow's long-running series about the Roman army is always a joy' The Times

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The Sunday Times bestseller. Invictus is a gripping, authentic and exciting novel of the Roman army from bestselling author Simon Scarrow. Not to be missed by readers of Conn Iggulden and Bernard Cornwell.

It is AD 54. The soldiers of the Roman army patrol a growing Empire, from the Mediterranean to the North Sea, from the Atlantic to the banks of the Nile. Rome brutally enforces its rule, and its legions are the most efficient and aggressive fighting force in the world.

Two battle-scarred veterans of this army, Prefect Cato and Centurion Macro, have survived years of campaigning in Britannia and have been recalled to Rome. Their time in the teeming, dangerously political city is short, and soon they are travelling with the Praetorian Guard to Spain, a restless colony where simmering tension in the face of Roman rule is aggravated by bitter rivalry amongst the natives.

The challenges that face two old friends and their comrades in arms are unlike any they have seen before - in a land that declares itself unconquerable...

Series: Eagles of the Empire

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Invictus by Simon Scarrow is praised for its engaging historical detail and fast-paced action, appealing to fans of Bernard Cornwell. Reviewers highlight its captivating mix of historical facts with gripping storytelling, resulting in a novel that's difficult to put down. It is appreciated for its robust and exciting narrative, offering readers a thrilling and vivid experience.

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ISBN: 9781472213341

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 April 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Headline Book Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 351g

Pages: 496

About the Author

Simon Scarrow is a Sunday Times No. 1 bestselling author. His many successful books include his Eagles of the Empire novels featuring Roman soldiers Macro and Cato, such as BRITANNIA, THE LEGION and CENTURION, as well as HEARTS OF STONE, set in Greece during the Second World War, SWORD & SCIMITAR, about the 1565 Siege of Malta, and a quartet about Wellington and Napoleon including the No. 1 Sunday Times bestseller THE FIELDS OF DEATH. He is the author with T. J. Andrews of the bestselling novels ARENA and INVADER.

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