Shadow of the Eagle

<h2>Will Britain take him in... or mark him as its enemy?</h2><h3>'A brilliantly realised world of Imperial ambition and native resistance' Simon Scarrow</h3><h3>'Wonderful distinct characters' Conn Iggulden</h3><p><b>Faustus Valerianus</b> is the son of a Roman father and a British mother a captive sold among the spoils after Claudius's invasion.</p><p>Now both parents have died within a month of each other and so he sells the family farm and enlists joining legendary general <b>Agricola</b>'s campaign to conquer the entirety of the British Isles culminating in a devastating battle amongst Caledonia's dark mountains.</p><p>But Faustus will have to contend with more than ferocious British warriors and whip-cracking elements. For the bonds of blood can weigh heavy on one's soul. The call of his mother's true people. His father's restless shadow. Faustus must carry them with him...</p><p><b>A deeply moving gripping epic historical drama perfect for fans of Rosemary Sutcliff Ben Kane and Simon Scarrow.</b></p><h3>Praise for <i>Shadow of the Eagle</i></h3><p>'Faustus is a fascinating character and it's a treat to see how he negotiates the challenges he faces. His duties in the service of Rome comprise a truly Faustian pact!' Simon Scarrow<br></p><p>'I adored Faustus and Constantia in particular. Great sense of humour throughout. This is a terrific read' Conn Iggulden</p><p>'I only need one word to describe this stunning novel: masterful' Anthony Riches <i>Sunday Times </i>bestselling author of <i>Wounds of Honour</i></p><p>'Blood steel honour and a deep and gripping tale of the Roman army on the frontier of the empire. Hunter has created an instant classic' S J A Turney author of the Marius' Mules series<i><br></i></p><p>'A haunting historical epic' Gordon Doherty author of <i>Sons of Rome</i></p><p>'Enthralling and authentic historical roman fiction that brings the period alive and keeps you turning the page' Alex Gough author of <i>Emperor's Sword</i><i><br></i></p>