Tyrant of Rome
THE EPIC NEW EAGLES OF THE EMPIRE NOVEL FROM BESTSELLING AUTHOR SIMON SCARROW
AD 63. Under the reckless and tumultuous leadership of Emperor Nero, Rome is descending into near-anarchy and conspiracy. The brutal execution of 400 slaves has led to rioting and discontent. Only the strongest soldier could maintain control. And so Nero turns to Prefect Cato to help save his reign from collapse.
Cato has been lying low after a heroic campaign to quash the Boudica uprising. Now he is called upon to serve again. As the new Prefect of the Urban Cohorts in Rome, Cato needs a loyal and proven officer by his side. Centurion Macro is willing to step up.
War and rebellion hold few fears for these seasoned veterans. But the politics and intrigue of Rome make every day as perilous as the battlefield. And the fate of both men, and of the empire, lie in the hands of the most volatile emperor of the age. Death awaits anyone who dares to defy Nero.
Cato and Macro will need to call on all their experience, native cunning and bottomless courage to survive in this epic new adventure of Roman military heroism.
NO ONE KNOWS ROME BETTER THAN SIMON SCARROW!
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Simon Scarrow
Simon Scarrow’s writing brings the ancient world to life with exhilarating precision, immersing readers in the thundering march of Roman legions and the deadly politics of Empire. Born in Nigeria in 1962, Simon’s upbringing across multiple countries—Hong Kong, California, the Bahamas—instilled in him a deep appreciation for diverse cultures. It was, however, his time in England that solidified his passion for history, culminating in a master's degree from the University of East Anglia and a teaching career that allowed him to share his love of the past with others.
Eagles of the Empire
The Eagles of the Empire series transports readers into the heart of the Roman Empire, where loyalty, courage, and bloodshed define every day for the soldiers who live and die by their swords. With its gripping, fast-paced storytelling, the series follows the journey of two remarkable men—Cato, a young, ambitious centurion, and Macro, his seasoned, battle-hardened companion—as they navigate the treacherous world of the Roman military. Together, they face the brutality of war, the complex politics of the Empire, and the ever-present threat of death, all while building an unbreakable bond that transcends rank and discipline.
Eagles of the Empire consists of twenty-four books and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
