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    Soldier of Rome: The Sacrovir Revolt: The Artorian Chronicles, #2
    Soldier of Rome: The Sacrovir Revolt: The Artorian Chronicles, #2
    Soldier of Rome: The Sacrovir Revolt: The Artorian Chronicles, #2
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    Soldier of Rome: The Sacrovir Revolt: The Artorian Chronicles, #2

    By James Mace

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    It has been three years since the wars against Arminius and the Cherusci. Gaius Silius, Legate of the Twentieth Legion, is concerned that the barbarians-though shattered by the war-may be stirring once again. He also seeks to confirm the rumors regarding Arminius' death. What Silius does not realize is that there is a new threat to the Empire, but it does not come from beyond the frontier; it is coming from within, where a disenchanted nobleman looks to sow the seeds of rebellion in Gaul.

    Legionary Artorius has greatly matured during his five years in the legions. He has become stronger in mind; his body growing even more powerful. Like the rest of the Legion, he is unaware of the shadow growing well within the Empire's borders, where a disaffected nobleman seeks to betray the Emperor Tiberius. A shadow looms; one that looks to envelope the province of Gaul as well as the Rhine legions. The year is A.D. 20.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherJames Mace
    Release dateNov 12, 2014
    ISBN9781502272584
    Soldier of Rome: The Sacrovir Revolt: The Artorian Chronicles, #2
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    James Mace

    James Mace is a life-long historian and the author of thirty books, including eleven Ancient History best-sellers, and five South African History best-sellers. He penned the initial draft of his first novel, 'Soldier of Rome: The Legionary', as a cathartic means of escapism while serving in Iraq from 2004 to 2005. His works span numerous eras, from Ancient Rome to the British Empire. James can be reached via his website: www.legionarybooks.net Official Facebook page: www.facebook.com/legionarybooks Twitter: @LegionaryBooks Instagram: www.instagram.com/legionarybooks/

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    • 4/5
      Most of what I know about Roman legionnaires comes from an interest in archaeology, so I had no understanding or real knowledge of the era represented here. I received this book from a friend with more widespread interests than mine ( I know some USMC, US Rev War, and Norse). That being said, I enjoyed the inter-regimental politics, insight into how things were done and perceived by the men in the field. More knowledgeable reviewers attest to the historicity of events and are pleased with this rendering. My personal view is that I now wish to read more of this series, from the first onward. Patterson's performance is excellent, of course. Clear precise speech and audio interpretation of personages and emotions bring the tale to life and enhance reader understanding. One man can make a difference, regardless of standing or century.
    • 4/5
      Three years after defeating Germania, Artorius still loves being a legionary. Recently promoted to Decanus and Chief Weapons Instructor, Artorius has earned a fierce reputation both on and off the field. In Gaul, a former "victim" of the Twentieth Legion is plotting revenge. Sacrovir, a noble of Gaul, is forming an army of kidnapped noble Gauls, gladiators and criminals. With vast amounts of money, arms and men, he hopes to smash Rome's legions and regain Gaul's independence and obtain personal revenge. The second installment of the Soldier of Rome is a story of betrayal, treason and Rome's military might.The Sacrovir Revolt opens with the death of Germanicus. Rome is stunned by the loss of her glorious son and the shock waves spread to her legions. I liked how Mace showed the feelings of both Imperial Rome and the Twentieth Legion. It was in this part especially that Artorius showed how much he has grown as a leader and a man. Soon, the Twentieth Legion must set aside their grief and enter combat. The combat in this book was slightly less graphic than its prequel, but is still accurate in its gore. Since revenge wasn't first and foremost on Artorius' mind, we see his humanity shining through more and more.I enjoyed this book, it was just as great as the first one. Start with book one and enjoy these books! Mace did a fantastic job bringing Rome's elite fighting force to life!
    • 4/5
      The Sacrovir Revolt is the second book in the Artorian Chronicles and I have to say it’s just as good as the first one! Artorius has continued to work with Vitruvius on his weapons training and has become a legend in his own right. Before too long there are rumblings of a revolt blossoming in Gaul. Artorius’s unit is sent to make sure the minor revolt does not become a major one.When they get to Gaul they discover the man planning on helping them out is Sacrovir. The Gladiator owner who was humiliated and lost lots of money when Vitruvius killed his gladiator in the ring back in Rome. This causes a few warning flags in to go off among the officers that all might not be as it seems.Overall I really enjoyed reading this book. It’s not very difficult to read and the author did an excellent job researching the time period. At times the story is a little brutal but the worst things that happen are only alluded to but rarely witnessed by any of the characters first hand. Once again we didn’t have a lot to worry about our set of heroes making it through the book, it was almost a given. The author usually has a second story going at the same time as the one involving Artorius. It tends to show whats going on back in Rome with the rulers, in this case Tiberius. I think part of it is just that the author has done so much research he doesn’t want it to go to waste. I enjoyed the asides and felt it added to the book, but it was only tangentially related to the main story arc. I think you really get the feeling for the authors own esprit de corps from his service in the armed forces. You get the feeling that some of these soldiers are really people he has served with. Great book for those interested in the roman army or even in Rome in general.

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