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The Blood Crows

Eagles of the Empire, Book 12

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The Blood Crows

By: Simon Scarrow
Narrated by: Jonathan Keeble
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If you don't know Simon Scarrow, you don't know Rome!

The Blood Crows is the enthralling twelfth novel in Simon Scarrow's best-selling Eagles of the Empire series. A must-read for fans of Bernard Cornwell.

Britannia, AD 51. For nearly a decade, the Roman Empire has fought to assert its hold over Britannia. But relentless opposition from native tribes led by the fanatical King Caratacus threatens to destroy everything. Prefect Cato and Centurion Macro are dispatched from Rome to aid the campaign. Placed in command of an outpost in the remote western mountains, they face a challenge even more deadly than the unremitting attacks of barbarian forces.

For they must wrench control of the fort from Centurion Quertus, a man who wages a savage personal war and inspires a loyalty in his men above their bond with Rome. With dangerous enemies on both sides, Cato and Macro face the fight of their lives to bring peace to the most perilous frontier in Europe.

©2013 Simon Scarrow (P)2013 Headline Publishing Group Ltd. Fiction Historical Fiction Scary Rome

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Brilliantly done - love all his books.. need more, well done. Get collection you will be hooked

Stunning action

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If you could sum up The Blood Crows in three words, what would they be?

Great story performance

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Blood Crows?

The young man who had been impaled by the side of road

Which character – as performed by Jonathan Keeble – was your favourite?

Macro

Cato & macro in trouble again

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If you're a fan of Roman fiction, then you absolutely have to check out this series of books. They are simply perfect, and the Audible version is made even better thanks to the incredible performance by Jonathan Keeble. His narration is pitch-perfect, keeping the pace just right and bringing all the right emotions to the story. It's so refreshing to find an audiobook where the reader doesn't let you down, and Keeble absolutely nails it with this one. So if you're looking for a gripping, immersive Roman adventure, look no further than this series - you won't regret it!

amazing

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This series just goes from strength to strength. A series of adventures without ever being rushed or cramped. Cato's promotion is believable but held in check by his relationship with Macro. Must get the next installment

I need more . . .

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I Really loved this book. Listened to it over a week enjoyed it that much.

Fantastic

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I’m so glad I decided to read this series of books or rather listen to them. Each book has me wanting more of them. The 2 main characters are brilliant i can imagine the danger to come roll on book 13

Absolute thriller

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As always, Simon Scarrow's books have a depth to them. This one is no exception. The period was cruel, full of intrigue and deception, and then there were the men who had honour and integrity. There is always a lot to learn of the human condition, as appropriate now as it was then. Simon Scarrow's books never fail to satisfy. Please keep writing!

Gripping

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Where does The Blood Crows rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

AS far as historical novels go this is the best I have listened to.

Who was your favorite character and why?

I love the depth within Cato's character. He is ruthless but shows some empathy to the people he is often forced to kill

What does Jonathan Keeble bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?

The battle scenes are really brought to life with the speed change in the narrators voice

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

none

Any additional comments?

Having read a lot of Simon Scarrow's work I was already a fan , but listening to the story rather than reading gave it a third dimension.

Macro & Cato at their Best!

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The story and teller was superb
Can’t wait to start the next in the series

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out of this world book. enjoyed every second. Fantastic narration again and very easy to listen to! can't wait for the next instalment.

another phenomenal success

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