Rebellion (Eagles of Empire 22)

The novel is set in 1st-century Britannia and follows the story of Governor Suetonius and his army as they face a full-scale rebellion led by Boudica. The book is the 22nd in the Eagles of the Empire series and was written by Simon Scarrow, the author of The Honour of Rome, Centurion, and The Gladiator.

Format: Hardback
Length: 416 pages
Publication date: 09 November 2023
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

The Roman army faces a fierce clash with the barbaric hordes in Simon Scarrow's epic blend of sword, sweat, and savagery. Set in 1st-century Britannia, this novel delves into the tumultuous era of tribal uprisings, epic battles, and unparalleled courage within the Roman ranks. From the acclaimed author of The Honour of Rome, Centurion, and The Gladiator, comes the 22nd installment in the Eagles of the Empire series.

AD 60. Britannia reels under the turmoil of rebellion. The formidable rebel leader Boudica has tasted victory against a formidable force of seasoned veterans in Camulodunum. Governor Suetonius, alerted to the rapidly spreading uprising, leads his army towards the endangered city of Londinium, accompanied by Prefect Cato, at the head of a mounted escort. As they approach, it becomes evident that Britannia is descending into chaos and panic, with an ever-growing army of tribal warriors joining Boudica's ranks. Cato and Suetonius, aware of the inadequate preparation for a full-scale rebellion, brace themselves for the imminent threat.

In Londinium, devastating news awaits. Centurion Macro, a comrade and friend of Cato, is among the missing after the massacre at Camulodunum. Cato, facing a dire situation, prepares his next move with a mixture of hope and trepidation. Can he dare to believe that Macro, battle-scarred and fearless, has managed to escape the clutches of the bloodthirsty rebels? For Cato, the future of the Empire in Britannia hangs in the balance, and he knows that he can trust only one man by his side as he embarks on the military campaign of his life.

Weight: 648g
Dimension: 164 x 243 x 40 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781472287076