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EMPEROR: The Gates of Rome, Book 1 (Unabridged)

By: Conn Iggulden
Narrated by: Robert Glenister
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 On a small estate just outside Rome in the first century BC, two boys become blood brothers, little imagining the extraordinary future that lies before them. As friends and rivals, Gaius and Marcus are destined to find lasting fame.©2009 Conn Iggulden (P)2014 Audible, Inc. Action & Adventure Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Fiction War & Military
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I found it a bit odd and annoying that the author pays no or little regard to the historical record - particularly as the records we have leave lots of gaps and therefore leave room for a story teller to get creative. For example, Marius didn’t have a legion with him to defend Rome and had a son. Roman society norms aren’t that well adhered to, either. Simon Scarrow’s novels are far better in that they don’t unnecessarily diverge from the historical record (such as it is) even though his protagonists are fictitious.

Good story but spoiled somewhat by lacking any historical accuracy

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Another rollicking history based novel from a consistently impressive author. Well imagined early life of Julius Caesar.

Well written and read

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Bit of a coming of age but in a calculating and clinical manner as you would expect from the hotbed of Roman politics. Excellent story that kept me engaged all the way through

Riveting Roman saga

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always interested in the history and story matched the time
Very enjoyable and the narrator added value - couldn't wait to download the next book

excellent story and narrator to match

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This is a childhood favourite I’ve revisited after 10 years… ( now 22 ) I have enjoyed it

Loved it

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I liked this book immensely. I am a huge fan of the author, Conn Iggulden. The story gets better and better,
For anyone who is a fan of ancient history, this man makes it come alive. All the characters are believable. I laughed, I cried, I was in awe of Rome.
The narrator, Robert Glenister takes on each character with with skill.
Read and enjoy!

A story of Julius Caesar’s youth.

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i had no doubts this would be an awesome book and i was right! And well narrated too

brilliant

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Wonderful details that allows for vivid imagination to immerse in the story. Impressed how the reader could voice and play each character.

History Alive

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Iggulden is a great author and this book is a great read. I’m so glad the story is not over yet and I have many more in this series yet to devour.

A must read

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I've listened to hundreds of audio books but this is one of my favourites. Excellently story with gripping characters and perfect narration. Highly recommended.

Loved it

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