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Strabo: Book 1: The Unwilling Legionnaire

Preston Holtry

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Description:PART ROMAN, PART GAUL AND CONSCRIPTED, MARCELLUSSTRABO IS AN UNWILLING LEGIONNAIRE CAUGHT BETWEENTWO WORLDSMarcellus Strabo is rudely awakened from a drunken stupor to find himself conscripted in the training camp of the XI Claudia Legion. The legion is one of six under the command of Julius Caesar bound for Celtic Gaul. Until now, Strabo has known only privilege and a preference to spend his time in brothels and on the back of a fast horse. Now he's faced with the harsh training of a legionnaire made worse by the tattoos he wears reflecting his mother's Celtic heritage. Repeated attempts on his life for reasons he doesn't know prove equally perilous as the risks he soon faces on the battlefield. Caught between two worlds and feeling a part of neither, Strabo is faced with conflicts he never anticipated including the costs of falling in love with Raven, a member of his mother's tribe. Her resistance to the growing Roman influence in Gaul coupled with his growing reputation as a fighter and leader leaves Strabo wondering if he is more Roman or Gaul. He hopes Fortuna will one day answer the question. Until the goddess does, he will remain caught between two worlds."With The Unwilling Legionnaire the author has done it again and the high standards of his previous ARRIUS series have been well maintained. The novel is well-plotted and filled with both intrigue and action. The detail to the period is to be commended and ensures the reader will feel well immersed in Imperial Rome. An excellent book, which I highly recommend for the legions of Roman readers."—Griff Hosker, author of 15 historical novel series"Marcellus Strabo, son of a Roman general and a Gallic princess, finds himself an unwilling player in Caesar's eight-year conquest of Gaul. At first a conscripted legionary in an untried legion, he rises unwillingly through talent and bravery ... but what are his true loyalties? So long as Rome and his mother's people are allied, the conflict only simmers," "... his love for Raven, a beautiful and headstrong Gallic woman-warrior calls upon him for decision. Marcellus Strabo's inner turmoil is what draws the reader along."—Erik Hildinger, author of Quirinius, Britannia's Last Roman"Strabo is caught between two worlds, two identities, and two competing loyalties. The characters are well written and the research shines through on the pages, bringing Caesar's war and diplomacy against the Germanic tribes to life in full color. If you love unique historical fiction stories about Romans and Roman warfare, you would do well to grab a copy."—Eric Schumacher, author of the Viking Hakon's Saga, and Olaf's Saga"A ripping ride through the opening movements of Caesar's Gaul campaign on the backs of the young yet venerable Strabo. Preston Holtry seamlessly familiarizes the reader with Roman terms, not bogging down the story but educating the reader along the way. For those who love their Roman fiction filled behind the scenes with politics, battles, and a solid love story this novel is for you."—Daniel Greene, author of the Northern Wolf SeriesExcerpt"Most of the horses are gone, either dead or too wounded to be of any use. What are your orders?"Strabo didn't have to think and answered quickly. "We'll follow the legionnaires and fight on foot."We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with Strabo: Book 1: The Unwilling Legionnaire. To get started finding Strabo: Book 1: The Unwilling Legionnaire, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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Description: PART ROMAN, PART GAUL AND CONSCRIPTED, MARCELLUSSTRABO IS AN UNWILLING LEGIONNAIRE CAUGHT BETWEENTWO WORLDSMarcellus Strabo is rudely awakened from a drunken stupor to find himself conscripted in the training camp of the XI Claudia Legion. The legion is one of six under the command of Julius Caesar bound for Celtic Gaul. Until now, Strabo has known only privilege and a preference to spend his time in brothels and on the back of a fast horse. Now he's faced with the harsh training of a legionnaire made worse by the tattoos he wears reflecting his mother's Celtic heritage. Repeated attempts on his life for reasons he doesn't know prove equally perilous as the risks he soon faces on the battlefield. Caught between two worlds and feeling a part of neither, Strabo is faced with conflicts he never anticipated including the costs of falling in love with Raven, a member of his mother's tribe. Her resistance to the growing Roman influence in Gaul coupled with his growing reputation as a fighter and leader leaves Strabo wondering if he is more Roman or Gaul. He hopes Fortuna will one day answer the question. Until the goddess does, he will remain caught between two worlds."With The Unwilling Legionnaire the author has done it again and the high standards of his previous ARRIUS series have been well maintained. The novel is well-plotted and filled with both intrigue and action. The detail to the period is to be commended and ensures the reader will feel well immersed in Imperial Rome. An excellent book, which I highly recommend for the legions of Roman readers."—Griff Hosker, author of 15 historical novel series"Marcellus Strabo, son of a Roman general and a Gallic princess, finds himself an unwilling player in Caesar's eight-year conquest of Gaul. At first a conscripted legionary in an untried legion, he rises unwillingly through talent and bravery ... but what are his true loyalties? So long as Rome and his mother's people are allied, the conflict only simmers," "... his love for Raven, a beautiful and headstrong Gallic woman-warrior calls upon him for decision. Marcellus Strabo's inner turmoil is what draws the reader along."—Erik Hildinger, author of Quirinius, Britannia's Last Roman"Strabo is caught between two worlds, two identities, and two competing loyalties. The characters are well written and the research shines through on the pages, bringing Caesar's war and diplomacy against the Germanic tribes to life in full color. If you love unique historical fiction stories about Romans and Roman warfare, you would do well to grab a copy."—Eric Schumacher, author of the Viking Hakon's Saga, and Olaf's Saga"A ripping ride through the opening movements of Caesar's Gaul campaign on the backs of the young yet venerable Strabo. Preston Holtry seamlessly familiarizes the reader with Roman terms, not bogging down the story but educating the reader along the way. For those who love their Roman fiction filled behind the scenes with politics, battles, and a solid love story this novel is for you."—Daniel Greene, author of the Northern Wolf SeriesExcerpt"Most of the horses are gone, either dead or too wounded to be of any use. What are your orders?"Strabo didn't have to think and answered quickly. "We'll follow the legionnaires and fight on foot."We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with Strabo: Book 1: The Unwilling Legionnaire. To get started finding Strabo: Book 1: The Unwilling Legionnaire, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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