Rome and the Northern Frontier. 9 CE.
One demands revenge against the barbarians who killed his parents.
One searches for freedom by fighting in the arena.
One searches for victory against the empire that abducted him.
One wants justice for the murdered victims of Ostia and the children of Rome.
A novel of revenge and redemption, leading[ to the Teutoburg Forest where three Roman legions will clash with the tribes of Germania.
The world will be forever changed.
Rome and the Northern Frontier. 9 CE.
A story of revenge and redemption which leads to the Teutoburg Forest where three Roman legions will clash with the tribes of Germania.
The world will be forever changed.
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“…an exciting novel that offers much more than the usual sword and sandals epic. Driven by four complex, obsessive protagonists and their intriguing stories, Fire on the Frontier is an engrossing and rewarding read, full of heart, emotion, and historical insight.” – The Book Review Directory
“A nuanced story of conflicts in the Roman Empire…Looks at familiar aspects of ancient Rome from some unexpected angles…Takes a close look at Rome’s relationship with barbarian peoples…Readers will come to understand the often gruesome world that the characters inhabit.” – Kirkus Reviews
Rome and the Northern Frontier. 9 CE.
A story of revenge and redemption which leads to the Teutoburg Forest where three Roman legions will clash with the tribes of Germania.
The world will be forever changed.
—————–
“…an exciting novel that offers much more than the usual sword and sandals epic. Driven by four complex, obsessive protagonists and their intriguing stories, Fire on the Frontier is an engrossing and rewarding read, full of heart, emotion, and historical insight.” – The Book Review Directory
“A nuanced story of conflicts in the Roman Empire…Looks at familiar aspects of ancient Rome from some unexpected angles…Takes a close look at Rome’s relationship with barbarian peoples…Readers will come to understand the often gruesome world that the characters inhabit.” – Kirkus Reviews
“…an exciting novel that offers much more than the usual sword and sandals epic. Driven by four complex, obsessive protagonists and their intriguing stories…an engrossing and rewarding read, full of heart, emotion, and historical insight.” – The Book Review Directory
“A grand story that illustrates how the blood spilled from revenge can never wash away…The Roman empire feels alive and bustling…an excellent job candidly portraying the lives of women at the time…The focus on multifaceted women adds some captivating layers of emotional depth…well-researched historical fiction. It’s invoked with mystery, love, and all of the epic heroics that we have come to associate with this time period.” – The Independent Book Review
“A nuanced story of conflicts in the Roman Empire…Looks at familiar aspects of ancient Rome from some unexpected angles…Takes a close look at Rome’s relationship with barbarian peoples…Readers will come to understand the often gruesome world that the characters inhabit.” – Kirkus Reviews
Caiaphas, the High Priest. Herod Antipas, the King. Assassins. Rebels. The Emperor. Even his wife, Claudia.
Governor Gaius Pontius Pilate feels the pressure from every angle.
Now, Jesus the itinerant preacher.
But one thing Pontius has vowed. No more dumping of local problems on the Romans. But executing his promise may be far more dangerous.
“….boldly heretical…[yet] far more orthodox…impressive…imaginative hypothesis and dramatic artfulness…engaging…captivating…”
– Kirkus Reviews
Caiaphas, the High Priest. Herod Antipas, the King. Assassins. Rebels. The Emperor. Even his wife, Claudia.
Governor Gaius Pontius Pilate feels the pressure from every angle.
Now, Jesus the itinerant preacher.
But one thing Pontius has vowed. No more dumping of local problems on the Romans. But executing his promise may be far more dangerous.
Kirkus Reviews: “….boldly heretical…[yet] far more orthodox…impressive…imaginative hypothesis and dramatic artfulness…engaging…captivating…”
Caiaphas, the High Priest. Herod Antipas, the King. Assassins. Rebels. The Emperor. Even his wife, Claudia.
Governor Gaius Pontius Pilate feels the pressure from every angle.
Now, Jesus the itinerant preacher.
But one thing Pontius has vowed. No more dumping of local problems on the Romans. But executing his promise may be far more dangerous.
Kirkus Reviews: “….boldly heretical…[yet] far more orthodox…impressive…imaginative hypothesis and dramatic artfulness…engaging…captivating…”
My historical fiction series concentrates on the Roman Empire, exploring little known events, new discoveries and intriguing theories.
