I'm fortunate to have read the novel before reading the reviews. Sometimes too much is given away in reviews and the entire story and plot are blurted out by the reviewing critics. At any rate, The Tribune is an enjoyable, fast moving tale about a man of honor, the Roman Tribune Lucius Aurelius Valens. I thoroughly enjoyed the 392 page novel, especially the ending, and I'd like to see a continuation of the story depicting the times after Valen's discovery. I liked it, 4.5 stars.