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Paperback / ISBN-13: 9780755350018

Price: £9.99

ON SALE: 27th July 2017

Genre: Fiction & Related Items / Historical Fiction

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IF YOU DON’T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON’T KNOW ROME!

THE EAGLE IN THE SAND is the action-packed seventh novel in Simon Scarrow’s bestselling Eagles of the Empire series. Essential reading for fans of Bernard Cornwell. ‘Scarrow’s [novels] rank with the best’ Independent

Judaea in AD 46. Roman centurions Cato and Macro have been posted to Judaea for a ‘hearts and minds’ operation. The Empire needs to win over the locals after some of their religious figures have started revolts – and since the Romans crucified the last charismatic Judaean leader, the natives’ rebellions have become bolder.

Not only are these small villages causing trouble, but there are also thousands of Parthians eager to fight Rome. With the threat of suicide attacks and even all-out war, Cato and Macro have their peace-keeping work cut out…

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Reviews

[Simon Scarrow] blends together historical facts and characters to create a book that simply cannot be put down... Highly recommended
Historical Novels Review
Praise for Simon Scarrow: 'I really don't need this kind of competition... It's a great read'
Bernard Cornwell
Gripping... ferocious and compelling, it is a story of blood, romance and sacrifice
Daily Express
A new book in Simon Scarrow's series about the Roman army is always a joy
The Times
A satisfyingly bloodthirsty, bawdy romp...perfect for Bernard Cornwell addicts who will relish its historical detail and fast-paced action. Storming stuff
Good Book Guide
Scarrow's [novels] rank with the best
Independent
Rollicking good fun
Mail on Sunday