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Part V: Goth
Philip the Arab returns to Rome, covered in glory. He spends rivers of gold planning the spectacle in celebration of the thousandth anniversary of the founding of Rome.
But the usurper emperor is not the only one planning.
On the plains north of the Danube, the tribes hatch plans of their own. The Goths consolidate their power, while the Roxolani seek new allies.
Lucius and his companions are forced to journey to Rome. To keep his oaths, he enters the dark world of the men who fight to honour the gods.
But Philip the Arab is not having everything his own way. The legions are disillusioned and rise up in revolt. The Scythians and the Goths gather their allies and pour across the borders.
Will Lucius be able to save the life of his mentor, the king of the Roxolani?
Will he finally avenge the murder of his father?
Philip the Arab returns to Rome, covered in glory. He spends rivers of gold planning the spectacle in celebration of the thousandth anniversary of the founding of Rome.
But the usurper emperor is not the only one planning.
On the plains north of the Danube, the tribes hatch plans of their own. The Goths consolidate their power, while the Roxolani seek new allies.
Lucius and his companions are forced to journey to Rome. To keep his oaths, he enters the dark world of the men who fight to honour the gods.
But Philip the Arab is not having everything his own way. The legions are disillusioned and rise up in revolt. The Scythians and the Goths gather their allies and pour across the borders.
Will Lucius be able to save the life of his mentor, the king of the Roxolani?
Will he finally avenge the murder of his father?
257 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 30, 2019
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About the author
Hector Miller
24 books94 followersHector is a freedman. In 2016 he managed to escape from the corporate world, in which he played the part of a detribalised Chartered Accountant.
Nowadays he hides away in the Garden Route of South Africa with his wife and two daughters.
He is addicted to reading historical novels and his hobbies include hiking, wine and sustaining niggling injuries on the tennis court.
Nowadays he hides away in the Garden Route of South Africa with his wife and two daughters.
He is addicted to reading historical novels and his hobbies include hiking, wine and sustaining niggling injuries on the tennis court.
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August 5, 2023
Ytterligare en spännande actionroman från Hector Miller. Inga större överaskningar, men välgjord genrelitteratur.
February 19, 2021
The series continues with Lucius hell bent on seeking revenge on Philip the Arab, Emperor of Rome who had his father killed and has captured his brother in arms/brother in law holding him as a slave to be sacrificed at Romes thousand year celebrations. Will Lucius save his friend, will Arash show him the way? I love the humour of Hostilius, the old Centurion but don't call him that to his face. Sit back and enjoy this next installment.
July 28, 2024
He Started On That Side…
.. then, he was on the other. Then — he was back on that side, then, the other. Again, back to the other. Now, he’s gone solo!
It’s brilliant! Good, hard, fast paced, clever and plenty of intelligent action whilst traversing old empire Europe and the near to mid-east.
You really ought to give it all a go, ya!
.. then, he was on the other. Then — he was back on that side, then, the other. Again, back to the other. Now, he’s gone solo!
It’s brilliant! Good, hard, fast paced, clever and plenty of intelligent action whilst traversing old empire Europe and the near to mid-east.
You really ought to give it all a go, ya!
September 21, 2021
Another well told tale
Great action, great history, enticing plot. I'm five books in and now I am a Miller fan. I love how the main character is bad ass but not invincible. On to the next book!
Great action, great history, enticing plot. I'm five books in and now I am a Miller fan. I love how the main character is bad ass but not invincible. On to the next book!
July 10, 2024
long plot arc
The story unfolds with a good story arc books are not getting repetitive. And characters are growing though the development is about what you would expect in this action genre.
The story unfolds with a good story arc books are not getting repetitive. And characters are growing though the development is about what you would expect in this action genre.
March 31, 2020
Going down
Too many typos and far too many words without definition. The cliff hanging ending isn't what I think is the best way to end the story.
Too many typos and far too many words without definition. The cliff hanging ending isn't what I think is the best way to end the story.
June 1, 2020
Good Read
Excellent storyline moves along at pace, weaves what is known into a cracking historical tale. Anyone who enjoys Bernard Cornwell will enjoy this.
Excellent storyline moves along at pace, weaves what is known into a cracking historical tale. Anyone who enjoys Bernard Cornwell will enjoy this.
October 4, 2020
Goog story
Well if you bread this far in the series, their little to say. Fun quick reads, plus Kindle unlimited so give it a try
Well if you bread this far in the series, their little to say. Fun quick reads, plus Kindle unlimited so give it a try
October 20, 2021
Awesome
I love this series! Mr Miller’s stories are so hard to put down! I can’t wait to get to the next gun the series!!
I love this series! Mr Miller’s stories are so hard to put down! I can’t wait to get to the next gun the series!!
June 6, 2023
Terrific adventure.
May 25, 2024
A nice easy reading series. Keeps you coming back for more. Great work Mr. Miller.
May 20, 2025
Fun tead . fast movinging. Hard to put down the book
November 15, 2022
couldn't put it down!
November 1, 2019
Window on a period of fascinating change
I love historical fiction when it is based on the reality of the day in which it is set. The research underpinning these books is evident in the way the story shows the events at the human, individual level. I learn so much from writers like Hector Miller it feels like cheating because this is not "real history,"as contained in a pedantic, scholarly tome. Well, real history is the story of the people who lived it. The peoples become real through these tellings, and leads one on to more study to satiate the desire to know more about the world and cultures introduced here. Is there any higher praise than a reader wanting to read further afield after encountering these stories? Well done, keep writing!
I love historical fiction when it is based on the reality of the day in which it is set. The research underpinning these books is evident in the way the story shows the events at the human, individual level. I learn so much from writers like Hector Miller it feels like cheating because this is not "real history,"as contained in a pedantic, scholarly tome. Well, real history is the story of the people who lived it. The peoples become real through these tellings, and leads one on to more study to satiate the desire to know more about the world and cultures introduced here. Is there any higher praise than a reader wanting to read further afield after encountering these stories? Well done, keep writing!
January 16, 2020
Romans Goths Scythians
Action, well developed beloved characters & real history combined to make a great read in the series. Excellent presentation of the history of this period of Roman rule. As usual Miller has givn us a truly well researched tale with a twist in that instead of following the large unit formations and battles we follow Eochar a.k.a. Domitius, in his personal battle against his personal enemies.
Action, well developed beloved characters & real history combined to make a great read in the series. Excellent presentation of the history of this period of Roman rule. As usual Miller has givn us a truly well researched tale with a twist in that instead of following the large unit formations and battles we follow Eochar a.k.a. Domitius, in his personal battle against his personal enemies.
September 14, 2019
Excellent
I was waiting for this book since I finished reading the previous one, and it was all I expected it to be and even more. I am in awe of the story that Mr Miller is weaving, he is bringing Roman history to life like never before and has me rooting for the so-called barbarians even more than for the Romans.
I was waiting for this book since I finished reading the previous one, and it was all I expected it to be and even more. I am in awe of the story that Mr Miller is weaving, he is bringing Roman history to life like never before and has me rooting for the so-called barbarians even more than for the Romans.
October 6, 2019
I nice change of pace.
This is a different sort of book to the others, the focus is not on big battles and army tactics but on personal attacks and assassination.
It is straightforward in many ways given Lucius' martial prowess but there are a few twists and turns and near misses thrown in to keep the plot going.
The pace is a little slow but the ending is decent.
This is a different sort of book to the others, the focus is not on big battles and army tactics but on personal attacks and assassination.
It is straightforward in many ways given Lucius' martial prowess but there are a few twists and turns and near misses thrown in to keep the plot going.
The pace is a little slow but the ending is decent.
November 2, 2019
Continues to get better and better
I am enjoying the path of Eochus and his contemporaries. And Miller's research into the period to provide a plausible, if not likely story line. It has developed a feel similar to Cornwell's Last Kingdom series. I shall continue to follow as Miller reveals all...
I am enjoying the path of Eochus and his contemporaries. And Miller's research into the period to provide a plausible, if not likely story line. It has developed a feel similar to Cornwell's Last Kingdom series. I shall continue to follow as Miller reveals all...
October 11, 2019
Book V Goth
Nice read. At times i had re-read some sections when history becomes confusing. Mr. Millrr worked hard at keeping events historicall sccurate as peryains to what is knpwn.
Nice read. At times i had re-read some sections when history becomes confusing. Mr. Millrr worked hard at keeping events historicall sccurate as peryains to what is knpwn.
October 23, 2019
Light reading with good history insights
Even though most events are predictable as the hero is one of those I am better than everyone types, the reading is very enjoyable and the history behind very insightful.
Even though most events are predictable as the hero is one of those I am better than everyone types, the reading is very enjoyable and the history behind very insightful.
November 18, 2019
Thrice named man
Took a leap of faith when I read first book,but I am glad I did. The author has a good writing style that entertains and educates . I look forward to reading more about this time frame in history, as the characters continue to develop.
Took a leap of faith when I read first book,but I am glad I did. The author has a good writing style that entertains and educates . I look forward to reading more about this time frame in history, as the characters continue to develop.
January 1, 2020
Another great edition to this series
I started a couple of weeks ago and now just finished this book. The band of characters are fleshed out nicely by the author. I am looking forward to finishing this volume and going on to next.
I started a couple of weeks ago and now just finished this book. The band of characters are fleshed out nicely by the author. I am looking forward to finishing this volume and going on to next.
February 5, 2020
All in this series are excellent reads
As I am doing this review on my kindle, I shall not be long winded in the review. To be concise, you'll care about each character. Good authors see to it.
As I am doing this review on my kindle, I shall not be long winded in the review. To be concise, you'll care about each character. Good authors see to it.
September 6, 2019
Love this series! It has taught me so much about the different tribes that I did not know. Anxiously waiting for the next book! I have learned much. Thank you Hector Miller. Great writing!
September 19, 2019
OK ,
Interesting read, but really prefer a story over one or 2 books,
But still a enjoyable read, looking forward to the end of the story.
Interesting read, but really prefer a story over one or 2 books,
But still a enjoyable read, looking forward to the end of the story.
September 21, 2019
Great Series
The series keeps getting better and better. The action starts and doesn’t end until the final words. Can’t wait for the 6th to come out.
The series keeps getting better and better. The action starts and doesn’t end until the final words. Can’t wait for the 6th to come out.
October 7, 2019
Great characters
Love the saga,love all the different characters,really got into it, starting to get a little far fetched but a great story can't wait for next book!
Love the saga,love all the different characters,really got into it, starting to get a little far fetched but a great story can't wait for next book!
October 25, 2019
A good solid read
The storyline and background detail give a sense of the times . The story is plausible and characterisations are developed.
The storyline and background detail give a sense of the times . The story is plausible and characterisations are developed.
November 14, 2019
Great series!
Cannot wait to find out where our hero Umbra will end up next. Only drawback is the books are too short! Thanks for the great story telling.
Cannot wait to find out where our hero Umbra will end up next. Only drawback is the books are too short! Thanks for the great story telling.
January 31, 2020
Very good storyline
Interesting cast and locales. Wish there were maps as the old names are for the more educated. I am looking forward to more.
Interesting cast and locales. Wish there were maps as the old names are for the more educated. I am looking forward to more.
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