Scourge of Rome

Gaius Valerius Verrens #6

Douglas Jackson

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Corgi
18 August 2016

Fiction & Literature; Historical fiction

Series: Gaius Valerius Verrens

"For fans of Simon Scarrow and Ben Kane, the spectacular new novel in Douglas Jackson's epic series sees Gaius Valerius Verrens banished from Rome only to be caught up in one of the most savage uprisings the Roman Empire had witnessed- the Judaean rebellion and the siege of Jerusalem.

Bestselling author Douglas Jackson expertly brings the Roman Empire to life in this riveting historical adventure of fire, blood and battle. Perfect for fans of Simon Scarrow, Ben Kane and Conn Iggulden.

Readers are loving Gaius Valerius Verrens!

""Storytelling of the highest order"" - 5 STARS ""Glorious Roman adventure."" - 5 STARS ""The drama never lets up - it is gripping"" - 5 STARS ""I'm just gutted to have finished it!"" - 5 STARS ""Verrens rules, ok?"" - 5 STARS
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BETRAYED, BANISHED BUT NOT BROKEN...

70 AD- Disgraced, dishonoured and banished on pain of execution if he ever returns to Rome, Gaius Valerius Verrens makes his way East through the death and destruction of the savage Judaean rebellion. He knows his only hope of long term survival lies with his friend Titus, commander of the Army of Judaea and son of the newly crowned Emperor Vespasian.

But when he reaches the Roman camps that surround the seemingly impregnable city of Jerusalem he finds Titus a changed man. Gone is the cheerful young officer he knew; in his place, a tough, ruthless soldier under pressure from his father to end the insurrection at any cost.

Soon, Valerius finds himself at the centre of a web of intrigue spun by Titus' lover, Queen Berenice of Cilicia, and her sometime ally, the general's turncoat adviser, Flavius Josephus, who together have an ulterior motive for wanting the siege to end quickly.

Yet the laurels Valerius needs in order to regain his honour cannot be won in the tunnels that run beneath Jerusalem. Only in the heat and blood of battle can he find the glory that brought him the title Hero of Rome.

Gaius Valerius Verrens' adventures continue in Saviour of Rome."

By: Douglas Jackson
Imprint: Corgi
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Volume: 6
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 126mm, Spine: 32mm
Weight: 342g
ISBN: 9780552167956
ISBN 10: 0552167959
Series: Gaius Valerius Verrens
Pages: 336
Publication Date: 18 August 2016
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

A journalist by profession, Douglas Jackson transformed a lifelong fascination for Rome and the Romans in to his first two novels highly-praised novels, Caligula and Claudius. His third novel, Hero of Rome, introduced readers to his new series hero, Gaius Valerius Verrens. Defender of Rome, Avenger of Rome and Sword of Rome followed, winning critical acclaim and confirming Douglas as one of the UK's foremost historical novelists. An active member of the Historical Writers Association and the Historical Novels Society, He lives near Stirling in Scotland.

Reviews for Scourge of Rome: Gaius Valerius Verrens #6

Scourge of Rome is a compelling and urgent account of one of the darkest events in Roman history. Douglas Jackson brings history to life in a compelling way. -- Kate Atherton * SUNDAY EXPRESS * A writer at the top of his game, his books are the complete package, filled with intrigue, action and adventure. But more than that they are filled with history, with heart and emotion and characters that will make you bleed and cry and love . . . I cannot recommend this highly enough. * PARMENIONBOOKS *