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The thrilling new historical adventure in the Warrior of Rome series from Sunday Times bestseller Harry Sidebottom.

*** 'What Bernard Cornwell is to the Napoleonic Wars, Harry Sidebottom is to Roman legions: unassailable' - THE TIMES ***
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AD 265, Gaul - The Roman Empire is on the brink.

Emperor…

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Harry Sidebottom always brings real academic rigor to his amazing historical fiction books.

His research is second to none, allowing the reader to really immerse themselves in the Roman Empire. His characters are also highly engaging, allowing the reader to experience their world from the very beginning of the book.   

From Simon's 3 favorite reads in 2023.

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