Emperor's Spear

<h2>An intense novel of war at the Roman frontier.</h2><p>On the Empire's Northern border trouble is stirring. For decades the barbarians have been at the gates. Now facing threats from within as well as outside the Emperor is provoking war.</p><p>When his friend <b>Atius</b> goes missing in Germania Imperial Assassin <b>Silus</b> is sent into the heart of the battle-torn region.</p><p>Plunged into a deadly intrigue and a brutal conflict can Silus find out who is betraying Rome? Or will the legions start falling one by bloody one?</p><p><b>One of the standout new voices in historical fiction bestseller Alex Gough is on riveting form in this brilliant novel perfect for readers of Ben Kane and Conn Iggulden.</b></p>