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by Simon Scarrow (Author)
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  • Paperback: 544 pages
  • Publisher: Headline (7 Aug 2008)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0755348362
  • ISBN-13: 978-0755348367
  • Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 13 x 3.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (28 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 1,419 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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'Simon Scarrow has developed a strong following... a former ancient history lecturer who knows his stuff, and brings the ancient world back to life with verve and plenty of action.'

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A gripping new novel featuring Roman army officers Macro and Cato on their most dangerous mission yet.

In the first century AD the Roman Empire faces a new threat from its long-standing enemy Parthia. Parthia is vying with Rome for control of Palmyra an officially neutral kingdom. Palmyras royal household is on the brink of open revolt, and so a task force under the command of experienced soldiers Macro and Cato is dispatched to defend its king and guard its borders. When Parthia hears of the Roman armys presence, it starts amassing its troops for war. Macro's cohort must march against the enemy, deep into treacherous territory. If Palmyra is not to fall into the clutches of Parthia, they will have to defeat superior numbers in a desperate siege. The quest for a lasting peace has never been more challenging, nor more critical for the future of the empire.



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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Scarrow getting emotional !!, 11 Sep 2008
By Mr. R. Coleman (Marlow, UK) - See all my reviews
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This is the 8th novel in Simon Scarrow's excellent series of books about Centurions Macro and Cato, and follows on from the `Eagles In The Sand'.

Book Summary : After a surprise attack by the Partians, Macro and Cato are ordered by Longinus to set out as a forward relief column to help King Vabathus of Palmyra, who has taken refuge in his cities own citadel from the rebel Army of his son, Artaxes. Meanwhile the rest of the Legions slowly march to their aid. Can our two brave heroes once again save the day by marching through the arid desert at arrive on time to defend the King from his infighting siblings ?

To those people that have never read one of Scarrow's Roman novels, I would like to say that these books are more about the everyday man in the Roman army than the famous historical figures that are known so well. They detail the hard life, the harshness and brutality of battle and the feeling of inaptitude of the Generals and upper class of Roman society.

Whilst I once again thoroughly enjoyed this book, I did at times feel that I was reading a re-write - albeit in another location, with new characters - of the previous book `Eagles In The Sand'. An eventful march to a fort/citadel, a stout defence and then attacking the opposition whilst they were sleeping - sound familiar ?

I would also like to say that I felt that Scarrow's writing of Marco and Cato in this novel seemed in places a lot more emotional than in previous books. Indeed Macro dealing with the young orphaned Roman girl in the citadel really pulls at the heart strings, showing a side to the character that has rarely been seen in the prior novels. Though I wonder where the author is going with Cato's new love interest and how that will relate to any new stories.

I will as always look forward to the next novel in this series, and hope that Scarrow takes the opportunity to come up with a new idea for a story ! Once again 5 out of 5, but may be a 4 next time if its another seemingly re-write !!!!
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Still one of the very best, 9 Sep 2008
Centurion is the eigth book in the series following the careers of two of the Roman empire's crack soldiers, Centurions Macro and Cato. A border conflict with Parthia threatens to flare up and engulf the vital neutral kingdom of Palmyra. While the Roman governor gathers an army to confront the Parthians a small column is rushed to the aid of the beleagured Palmyran king who is bottled up in his citadel by pro-Parthian traitors led by one of his sons. After a gruelling desert march Macro and Cato fight their way into the citadel and must hold out until the main Roman force arrives.

As before the action is fast-paced and extremely gritty and realistic and Scarrow captures all the sights, sounds and terror of close combat. Macro and Cato are as amusing as ever only now it is clear that Cato is emerging from Macro's shadow and it will be interesting to see where this leads in the next book, especially as Cato is on the verge of improving his social lot.

This series really does go from strength to strength and the author should be congratulated on keeping up the high standard. Unlike some other historical series this feels real and one comes away with the sense of having learned something new, as well as having been thoroughly entertained.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great, 17 Sep 2008
By Lizzie (England) - See all my reviews
i really enjoyed reading this book just as much as the other ones that Scarrow has written. its exciting and i couldn't put it down until i had finished it- can't wait for the next one in the series!!
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