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Readers whose appetite for ancient history has been whetted by the film Gladiator will devour this spectacular tale of intrigue, adventure, and glory in the Roman legions. When Quintus Licinius Cato, a formerly pampered imperial slave, is forced to join the army, the other members of the Second Legion doubt he will be able to adapt to their harsh lifestyle. Proving himself to Centurion Lucius Cornelius Macro in the heart of battle against the Germans, Cato earns both his freedom and the respect of his commander. Landing in Britain as part of an expeditionary force, Cato and Macro attempt to foil a traitorous plot involving unbridled political ambitions and a concealed cache of gold. This enthralling historical drama is distinguished by its meticulously detailed portrayal of life in the mighty Roman army. Margaret Flanagan
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'Everyone has been raving about the film GLADIATOR, but Cato's story is its equal in bloody cut and thrust and has the bonus of conspiracy and intrigue to give it extra flavour' -- Northern Echo

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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Wow!, Feb 13 2006

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As an avid historical fiction fan, I am always looking for new authors to check out. I checked this one out mainly due to the praise that Bernard Cornwell heaped on it, and I was not dissapointed. In a nutshell, this is the start of a series, centering around the characters Macro and Cato. Loads of action, little doses of humour, and well developed characters (for this type of fiction) abound. Reads very much like one of Bernard Cornwell's Sharpe novels, set in Roman times. Highly reccomended, I have since ordered all of the sequels.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Great first title, Feb 25 2009

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A great first read. The characters leap off the page and the action makes you see the blood, sweat and triumph of Rome's legions.
I found the plot good for a first title and though some of the story seems a little contrived occasionally, I thought it a good start for a new series.
Looking forward to more in the next book, The Eagle's Conquest.

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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent read, July 24 2007

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Enjoyed it thoroughly. Very interesting characters and a good story kept me wanting to read right through to the end.

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