The legion is the tenth novel in simon scarrows historicalmilitary fiction series about two roman soldiers, macro and cato, who have marched and fought across britannia, gaul and romes eastern provinces with the roman legions. His roman soldier heroes cato and macro made their debut in 2000 in under the eagle, and have subsequently appeared in many bestsellers in the eagles of. Below is a list of simon scarrows books in order of when they were first published. It has been a while since i last read a book by simon scarrow. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. I have the last 2 macro and cato books already downloaded to my kindle and i cant wait to get reading. Simon scarrow talks about the twelfth book in his cato series, the blood crows, why he was drawn to historical fiction in the first place, and why hollywood has a lot to answer for in the modern understanding of rome. Alex scarrow used to be a rock guitarist in a band, spending ten years after college in the music business. After a series of bloody battles, camulodunum modernday colchester has fallen to the invading roman army. As of december 2019, there are 18 books in the series. Britannia, published in 2015 is the fourteenth volume of the eagles of the empire series by simon scarrow cover description.
Keep up to date with upcoming simon scarrow releases 2020. Roman army heroes cato and macro face treachery in the ranks. The enthralling new cato and macro adventure in simon scarrows. The gladiator eagles of the empire 9 roman legion 9. Simon scarrow once again produces an epic piece of historical fiction as he continues his outstanding the eagles of the empire series. Britannia eagles of the empire 14 by simon scarrow. Author simon scarrows complete list of books and series in order, with the latest releases, covers, descriptions and availability. Wounded during a skirmish, centurion macro remains behind in charge of the. The third novel in simon scarrows bestselling roman series. Although i have been an avid fan of simon scarrow, i can only rate this book with 2 stars not because it is badly written or that there is a drop in standards but because the story is so predictable and the various supportive characters are quite weak and the excitement level has deteriorated with every new book in this series.
Simon scarrow is the author of the bestselling eagles series of historical fiction novels about two roman soldiers set in the 1st century ad, following their travels and adventures trials and tribulations across the roman world. Also the main characters are gradually being modernised with 21st century attitudes to things like slavery and punishment. This seems a shame when simon scarrow otherwise puts so much effort into historical accuracy. The book is bound in blue stiff boards with light blue endpapers. But can they match the discipline and courage of the legionaries. Praetorian 2011 is the eleventh book in the eagles of the empire series by simon scarrow plot summary. Simon scarrow born 3 october 1962 is a british author. In this sixth entry of scarrows pageturning roman historical series, it is spring a.
We have a growing list of new simon scarrow books and novels for you to enjoy in 2020. He eventually figured that he would never become famous nor get a record deal. His many successful books include his eagles of the empire novels featuring roman soldiers macro and cato, most recently invictus, britannia, brothers in blood and the blood crows, as well as hearts of stone, set in greece during the second world war, sword and scimitar, about. The legion is the actionpacked tenth novel in simon scarrows bestselling eagles of the empire series. The last line of the the book should be wait for the next exciting episode of cato and macros adventures in rome. Scarrow has sold over 4 million copies of his books in the. Below is a list of simon scarrow s books in order of when they were first published.
Scarrow completed a masters degree at the university of east anglia after working at the inland revenue, and then went into teaching as a lecturer, firstly at east norfolk sixth form college, then at city college norwich he is best known for his eagles of the empire series of roman military fiction set in the territories of the roman. A mustread for fans of bernard cornwell and conn iggulden. Narcissus finally arrives and orders the duo to go undercover in the praetorian guard to uncover a plot to assassinate the emperor as. The emperor has returned to rome, leaving the fearless centurion macro and his young optio, cato, to rest and regroup, along with the rest of the second legion. Simon scarrows brand new world war ii novel hearts of stone is available now in hardback and ebook. The mighty roman army faces britains defiant tribes in this epic fifth novel of simon scarrows acclaimed series, the eagles preyit is late summer a. Simon scarrow new releases, 2020 books book release dates. The gladiator is a 2009 novel isbn 0755327780 by simon scarrow, the ninth book in the eagle series, where we see the return of macro and cato, this time up against a ruthless gladiator in the island of crete after their ship is damaged by a tidal wave on their way to rome. By using our website you agree to our use of these cookies. Simon completed a masters degree at the university of east anglia after working at the inland revenue, and then went into teaching as a lecturer, firstly at east norfolk sixth form college, then at city college norwich. Or go to the scarrowshop where you can find signed copies of simons novels and exclusive special edition hardbacks of the latest releases. Simon scarrow began his cato and macro series in 2000 with his debut novel, under the eagle. His many successful books include his eagles of the empire novels featuring roman soldiers macro and cato, most recently invictus, britannia, brothers in blood and the blood crows, as well as hearts of stone, set in greece during the second world war, sword and scimitar, about the 1565. Under the eagle is the gripping first novel in simon scarrows bestselling eagles of the empire series.
Below is a list of simon ssarrows cato and macro books in order of when they were originally released which is the same as their chronological order. His longrunning protagonists, cato and marco, are once again thrust into a fantastic historical military fiction adventure, and there are a ton of great elements for the readers to enjoy. Scarrow has signed off on an additional two books in the series with the publisher headline, the 19th and 20th novels in the series, due for release in 2020 and 2021. If you dont know simon scarrow, you dont know rome.
Discover book depositorys huge selection of simon scarrow books online. The western tribes, inspired by the druids hatred of the romans, prepare to make a stand. Many readers are wondering, are there new simon scarrow books releasing in 20202021. Simon scarrow the wellington and napoleon quartet 4 books collection pack set rrp. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Simon scarrow is a uk based author, born in nigeria in 1962 he now lives in norfolk. Simon scarrow is a ukbased author, born in nigeria and now based in norfolk. Simon scarrow is a popular novelist from the united kingdom, who is best known for his novels based on the historical fiction genre. Please tick this box to indicate that youre or over. Revolution 17691795, the generals, fire and sword, the fields of death.
Buy a cheap copy of the eagles prophecy book by simon scarrow. This signed as new condition first printing of this first edition hardback was published by headline in 2009. It takes place around 42ad on the german frontier and in preroman britain. Sign up to the simon scarrow email newsletter to keep up to date with new releases, author news, and exclusive competitions. The books featured on this site are aimed primarily at readers aged or above. Simon scarrow has signed the title page in ink in a clear hand.
Eagles of the empire is a historical military fiction series written by simon scarrow. Headline has struck a new sixbook deal with historical fiction author simon scarrow. The enthralling new cato and macro adventure in simon scarrows bestselling eagles of the empire series. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. Scarrows writing style is not unlike bernard cornwells. His many successful books include his eagles of the empire novels featuring roman soldiers macro and cato, most recently traitors of rome, the blood of rome, day of the caesars, invictus and britannia, as well as hearts of stone, set in greece during the second world war, sword. Simon scarrows day of the caesars is not to be missed by readers of conn iggulden and bernard cornwell. His halfbrother britannicus has also laid claim to the throne. Alex scarrow born 14 february 1966 is a british author most known for his young adult science fiction series timeriders.
A new book in simon scarrows series about the roman army is always a joy the times. A new book in simon scarrows longrunning series about the roman army is always a joy. His books include the eagles of the empire novels featuring roman soldiers macro and cato, most recently the blood of rome, day of the caesars and invictus, as well as hearts of stone, set in greece during the second world war, sword and scimitar, about the 1565 siege of malta, and a quartet about wellington and napoleon. Till date, he has written a total of 5 novel series and the most notable novel series written by him is the eagle series. The blood of rome eagles of the empire 17 by simon scarrow. Cato and macro have as much as place in the pantheon of roman characters as falco and gordianus. Simon scarrow books list of books by author simon scarrow. Currently the first book under the eagle is under option for either a film of mini series following the adventures of macro and cato. Simon scarrows passion for writing began at an early age. A real page turner and i have really enjoyed the story. The blood of rome by simon scarrow the unseen library.
His books include the eagles of the empire novels featuring roman soldiers macro and. When the actions of a rebel gladiator in egypt threaten the stability of the roman empire, prefect cato and centurion macro know he must be stopped. Gladiator is a series of historical fiction novels for young adults by simon scarrow set in ancient rome in the years before the fall of the roman republic. Scarrow has sold over 4 million copies of his books in the english language alone, according to headline, as. The books tell the story of marcus cornelius primus, a young gladiator and street fighter caught up in the dramatic events unfolding as rome descends into civil war and chaos titles in series. Nevertheless, under the eagle is a very well done story with interesting characters and a compelling plot. Traitors of rome eagles of the empire, book 18 by simon scarrow. The official facebook page for sunday times bestselling author simon scarrow and his novels. After a childhood spent travelling the world, he pursued his great love of history as a teacher before becoming a fulltime writer. It is heartening for fans of cato and macro that their adventures remain as lively as ever antonia senior the times fourteen books in and he manages to make the series fresh again, a new depth to macro and cato, a new edge to the roman world and conflicts in britannia, all achieved with. The books featured on this site are aimed primarily at readers aged or above and therefore you must be years or over to sign up to our newsletter.
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