Simon Scarrow Certainly knows how to write a fast paced intriguing plot, laced with visceral gritty bloody combats and battles, interwoven with in-depth historical detail.
I for one find this latest offering, if somewhat predictable, still a thoroughly good yarn, the author has to innate sense for the period and is therefore a master of characterization, so much so indeed, after reading all thirteen sequels to date I feel a definite bond with the characters Macro and Cato, so more with Macro. Having served in the Para brigade for many years, I can attest to Simon's grasp of the camaraderie exists between men did who have faced danger in battle and the earthy wit did abounds even in times of great hardship and peril.
Bearing in mind the no spoilers rule, it is only left for me to say That Long May the Eagle series continue.
The perfect companion to the eagle series is the ROMA VICTRIX WINE BEAKERCalix Empire, Roma Victrix, for the reading of the Roman military history, Adrian Goldsworthy, Anthony Riches, Roma Victor, Empire Legionis. Bernard Cornwell, the Roman army, Simon Scarrow, Harry Sidebottom, Matyszak, Robert Fabbri, Ben Kane, P ...
Simon in his review says:
Beautifully sculpted it is a very handsome thing! The reason why I particularly like this cup Is that it features the men and insignia of the second legion, the unit in Which Cato learned how to become a soldier under the affectionate eye of Macro! It's a lovely thing and has pride of place on my desk right now!
