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Tribune of Rome
Tribune of Rome | Robert Fabbri
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One man, born in rural obscurity, destined to become one of Rome's greatest Emperors26 AD: 16-year-old Vespasian leaves his family farm for Rome, his sights set on finding a patron and following his brother into the army, but he discovers a city in turmoil and an Empire on the brink. The aging emperor Tiberius is in seclusion on Capri, leaving Rome in the iron grip of Sejanus, commander of the Praetorian Guard. Sejanus is ruler of the Empire in all but name, but many fear that isn't enough for him. Sejanus' spies are everywhere—careless words at a dinner party can be as dangerous as a barbarian arrow. Vespasian is totally out of his depth, making dangerous enemies (and even more dangerous friends—like the young Caligula) and soon finds himself ensnared in a conspiracy against Tiberius. With the situation in Rome deteriorating, Vespasian flees the city to take up a position as tribune in an unfashionable legion on the Balkan frontier. Even here, rebellion is in the air and unblooded and inexperienced, Vespasian must lead his men in savage battle with hostile mountain tribes. Vespasian will soon realize that he can't escape Roman politics any more than he can escape his destiny.
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Yoricke_SouthAfrica
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The 1st book in this 9 book series really sets the scene to what promises to be a fantastic series. The author has managed to keep the formality of the story in line with the seriousness of the topic, whilst still making it quite a comfortable read. Needless to say, I'm hooked.

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Yoricke_SouthAfrica
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Starting the Vespasian series. It's been on my list for a long time. 😊

rwmg It's been hanging about on my virtual TBR shelf for far too long. Let me know what you think 3y
Yoricke_SouthAfrica @rwmg I purchased the entire series. I'm halfway with the 1st book. So far it's fantastic, but I'll let you know as I go. 9 books in the series. 3y
rwmg The omnibus I have is just Nos 1 - 3. I read his Crossroads Brotherhoods series of novellas 3 or 4 years ago, which is what prompted me to get the Vespasian omnibus 3y
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Yoricke_SouthAfrica @rwmg I've added the Crossroads Brotherhoods to my list. I got a great deal on all 9 as an e-book series. About the price of one new released book. I couldn't resist. 3y
Yoricke_SouthAfrica @rwmg Just finished the 1st book. The 1st book in this 9 book series really sets the scene to what promises to be a fantastic series. The author has managed to keep the formality of the story in line with the seriousness of the topic, whilst still making it quite a comfortable read. Needless to say, I'm hooked. 3y
rwmg Good to hear, thank you 3y
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