The Pillars of Rome (Republic Trilogy)

Ludlow, Jack

ISBN 10: 1469298244 ISBN 13: 9781469298245

Publisher: Brilliance Audio, 2013

Synopsis

With barbarians at the gate and enemies within, two men must fight for the soul of the Republic and the greatest empire in the world.In a dark cave lit by flickering torches, two young boys appeal to the famed Roman oracle for a glimpse into their future. The Sybil draws a blood-red shape of an eagle with wings outstretched: an omen of death. As they flee from the cave in fear, Aulus and Lucius make an oath of loyalty until death.Thirty years on and Aulus, now Rome s most successful general, faces his toughest battle. Barbarian rebels have captured his wife and are demanding the withdrawal of Roman legions from their land in return for her life. Meanwhile Lucius has risen to a high rank in the Senate; a position he uses and abuses. But when Lucius is suspected of arranging a murder, the very foundations of the Republic are threatened. Lucius and Aulus find themselves on very different sides of the conflict perhaps the prophecy of the eagle will come true after all.

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Review

'Good stuff' --Daily Sport

About the Author

Jack Ludlow is the pen-name of writer David Donachie, who was born in Edinburgh in 1944. The author of a number of bestselling books, he now lives in Deal with his wife, fellow A&B author Sarah Grazebrook.

Edition details

• Publisher: Brilliance Audio
• Publication date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1469298244
• ISBN 13: 9781469298245
• Binding: Audio CD