REVIEWS OF H A CULLEY’S RECENT TRILOGY ABOUT THE EMPEROR CONSTANTINE There are very few novels written for this period. Culley has clearly mastered the genre and at the same time is a good story teller. A great final book to the Constantine series. H A Culley has produced a realistic approach to the building of the Roman Empire and all the problems within and without. The reality that life was not easy for anyone from the elite to the lowest classes shines through quite clearly. I enjoyed the Hammurabi series because, as well as being an easy read, it dealt with a subject that was relatively untouched. And I am happy to report that the author has done it again. Great book. I love to read about the Roman Empire and this book was right up my alley. At times I felt I was there. The author has researched the period very well and the appendix at the end of the book was excellent. . BOOK SYNOPSIS This first novel in the trilogy charts the rise to power of Parmenion, one of history’s greatest generals, who was instrumental in helping Philip II to conquer Greece and Alexander the Great to conquer Persia. Parmenion is the second son of a minor noble who sets out as a mercenary to make a name of himself. After a disastrous expedition to Egypt,Parmenion overcomes assassination plots, treachery and betrayal at home and as well as battling against Macedon’s external enemies, who endanger the very survival of the kingdom. Eventually Parmenion helps Philip to secure his throne and to win a stunning victory on the plains of Illyria.

REVIEWS OF PREVIOUS BOOKS BY THIS AUTHOR One of the best books I have read. Mystery, excitement and a thrilling story all wrapped up in the woven threads of history. Well researched and well written; a very enjoyable read. Culley is a good writer and excellent story teller. The author's historical accuracy and his interpretation of the characters involved creates a great tale of life in the 12th century. Don't pick up this book if you need a good night's sleep. You're going to be up all night until you finish it. BOOK SYNOPSIS When the Phocians sack the Oracle at Delphi and steal Apollo’s treasure, which belongs to Athens, Thebes and Corinth, the Greeks declare a sacred war against the defilers of the oracle. Philip allows Athens, Thebes and Phocis to exhaust themselves during a decade of fighting before stepping in to broker a peace between them. Having brought most of the Hellenic world under his rule he fights one last battle against Athens and Thebes during which his son, the eighteen year old Alexander, plays a crucial role.

Reviews of Previous Books by H A Culley • Great book to curl up with. • There are very few novels written for this period. Culley has clearly mastered the genre and at the same time is a good story teller. • One of the best books I have read. Mystery, excitement and a thrilling story all wrapped up in the woven threads of history. Book Description From the moment of his birth Alexander has to fight for his rights as heir to the throne of Macedon. His father is torn between pride in and antagonism towards his son and comes close to killing him more than once. Brought up in harsh competitive environment, Alexander emerges with a burning desire to conquer the known world. H A Culley’s novel about Alexander’s boyhood and his path to the throne is a fast paced tale of intrigue and warfare. When his mother arranges his father’s assassination, Alexander is quick to eliminate his rivals and seize the crown for himself. With a speed that catches the other Greek states by surprise, he overcomes all resistance and makes himself the supreme ruler of Greece in just a few months. However, he must still secure his route to the Danube, deal with insurrection in Illyria and the perfidy of Thebes before he can embark on his of conquest of Asia.