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Dictator of Rome
Series · 6 books · 2014-2017

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Dawn of The Eagle

2014

Rome 400 BCE. Greed, envy and broken trust. A prophecy of fame is spoken and the commander of the legions wants it for himself, whatever the cost. Driven by the constant march of the enemy the young Marcus Furius finds he is a natural leader of men as war rages and battles are hard-fought. With success comes jealousy and resentment. Hatred soon follows. Fighting to retain his dignity, to see Rome smash her foes and to become the man for whom the prophecy is spoken, Marcus Furius must learn to be a soldier and a statesman if he is ever to become Dictator of Rome. This is the first book in the saga of the life of a real historical figure, Marcus Furius Camillus, the greatest General of Rome before Julius Caesar.
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The Fall of Veii

Part One

2014

In this second book of the Camillus series Marcus is pitted against enemies old and new. Publius Postumius is the hero of the hour, sacking the city of Bolae with its incredible treasures. Sent with a relief force to support his old enemy Marcus falls foul of an assassination attempt before his credibility is tested by the scheming of his old commander and he must choose between friendship and duty. Back in Rome tensions are rising as Postumius’s schemes grow and his soldiers rage against their former Tribune as the plebeians and patricians come to bloody conflict. Marcus is given his first command and must fight for glory as his loyalties are tested by the actions of his friends and his enemies. As Marcus strives to grow his political and military career the greatest challenge to Rome starts to weave its influence over the Latin Delta and the City of Veii becomes Rome’s latest target for conquest. In this action-packed adventure join Marcus as he starts his military and political career which will lead him to become Dictator of Rome and achieve his destiny. 91, 000 words
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The Fall of Veii

Part Two

2014

The seige of Veii has lasted eight long years. years in which the political situation in Rome has grown more hostile and the enemies of Rome have continued to harass their armies. As disaster after disaster befalls Rome they turn to Marcus to destroy the City of Veii and restore glory to their armies. Fighting wars against neighbouring cities Marcus must find a way to defeat the impregnable walls of Veii and bring glory to his name. In this third book of the Dictator of Rome series Marcus fights political and military enemies and finds that success comes at a cost.
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The King of Rome

2017

Rebellion, Revolution, war, political intrigue and the beginning of an Empire. Marcus Furius Camillus is back. Rome is rebuilding after their victory against the Gauls, and there's money and honour to be gained. Patricians and Plebs clash as they vie to rule the rebuilt city. Senator Javenoli enforces his own law against his internal enemies, stopping at nothing to gain total domination, while Camillus defends Rome against enemies who see an opportunity to strike at the city while she is at her weakest. As the Legions march to defend their homeland, Capitolinus proclaims himself the people's champion and stirs a rebellion of the Plebs against the Patricians. Romans fight Romans, gangs rule the streets and assassins hide in every shadow. Yet, in all the carnage of the new Rome, love blossoms in unlikely places. As the streets run with blood, alliances blossom and political allegiances rise and fall in this latest chapter of Camillus, Dictator of Rome.
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The Thracian

A short story

2017

The Thracian - a short story (FREE FOR A LIMITED PERIOD -29/11 to 3/12) In the aftermath of Camillus' victory over the Gauls, the streets of Rome have never been so dangerous. Ex-soldiers prowl the streets to search for victims, street gangs have risen to control sections of the city and assassins rule as the rich pay to have their enemies removed. Istros, a Thracian mercenary left behind after the defeat of Brennus and his Gallic army, is making a living as an assassin for one of Rome's new street gangs. In this short story he must prove his worth to his leader by cashing in a debt that hasn't been paid. Fights, chases through the streets and a punchy finish - this short story, free for a limited period, has it all. The Thracian is the prequel to the next exciting instalation of Camillus, Dictator of Rome from the top 10 historical fiction selling author Francis Mulhern.
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Dictator of Rome - The Ancilia Shield

Prequel to the Dictator of Rome series

2014

The gods spoke to the ancient Kings of Rome. They said "Rome will be the mistress of the world as long as she holds the Ancilia Shield." For centuries the shield has led the Roman war machine to success after success. But now someone is stealing from Rome’s great Temples. Deception, murder and political intrigue follow Marcus Furius as he stumbles across a plot to steal the Shield and must fight for his life to retain the one thing that keeps Rome ahead of her enemies. A fast-paced, action-packed prequel to the Dictator of Rome series which will have you on the edge of your seat. Fans of Scarrow, Cornwell, Iggulden, Kane and Sidebottom will enjoy this new book from this new author. This short story – 58,000 words – will have you rushing to join Marcus Furius as he starts his journey to being the greatest Roman soldier before Julius Caesar.

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