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The Gladiator (Eagles of the Empire 9)

Cato & Macro: Book 9

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The Gladiator (Eagles of the Empire 9)

By: Simon Scarrow
Narrated by: Jonathan Keeble
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THE GLADIATOR is the compelling ninth novel in Simon Scarrow's bestselling Eagles of the Empire series. A must read for fans of Bernard Cornwell.

While centurions Macro and Cato are returning to Rome from a harrowing campaign against the Parthians, their transport ship is almost capsized by a tidal wave. They barely make it to the port of Matala in Crete where they are stunned to find a devastated town. An earthquake has struck the island, destroying its cities and killing thousands. In the chaotic aftermath, large bands of the island's slaves begin to revolt and local bandits, taking advantage of the slave rebellion, urge the Cretans to overthrow the Roman administration. With many of the island's troops either killed or wounded during the earthquake, the governor of the province calls on Macro and Cato for help. Can they move swiftly enough to counter the rebellion before it sweeps the Romans from the island?

(P)2012 Headline Digital©2009 Simon Scarrow Ancient Genre Fiction Historical Fiction Military Thriller & Suspense War & Military Exciting
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Critic Reviews

Praise for Simon Scarrow: 'I really don't need this kind of competition... It's a great read' (Bernard Cornwell)
A new book in Simon Scarrow's series about the Roman army is always a joy
Gripping... ferocious and compelling, it is a story of blood, romance and sacrifice
Rollicking good fun
A satisfyingly bloodthirsty, bawdy romp...perfect for Bernard Cornwell addicts who will relish its historical detail and fast-paced action. Storming stuff
Gripping
Scarrow's [novels] rank with the best
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love simon scarrow, and paired with Jonathan keeble.....well magic listen, macro and Cato are fantastic as usual and very engaging story.

love simon scarrow, and paired with Jonathan keeble.....well magic listen

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Very interesting interpretation of this little know part of Crete’s history. Not Simon Scarrow’s best work, but it keeps the story flowing.

Interesting version of a little known part of Crete’s history

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Struggled to finish in the end, but a great story none the less. Looking forward to the next one

Enjoyable

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Scarrow matches Pressfield for battle descriptions. Cornwall, Dando and others tend to struggle to match them. if you want a great read checkout Gemmels Shield of Thunder (3 book) series, marvellous take on Trojan War

good yarn again

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This book is great. I'm glad some of Macro & Cato's past foes are coming back into the story.
No spoilers.
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Cato to the rescue

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