Caesar is now in Spain in this third volume in the Emperor Series by
Conn Iggulden. Servilia, Brutus' mother has also arrived, creating
complications for the young general.
Upon returning to Rome, Julius puts his name forward for Consul.
Unexpectedly he comes away as a member of a triumvirate with Pompey and
Crassus. He also gains the opportunity to take his legions to untamed
Gaul. Julius' new power and a conflict with Servilia creates tension
between him and Brutus. However, Caesar finds a new friend on the
border with Gaul, Mark Anthony.
As Caesar conquers Gaul, the battle for the control of Rome continues in
the senate and amongst the people. After riots break out in Rome
between various factions, Pompey is forced to take on the role of
Dictator. Meantime Caesar has invaded Britain, leaving a small force
behind to hold Gaul. A rebel leader by the name of Vercingetorix feels
it is time to take Gaul back.
Caesar has Vercingetorix surrounded in the hill forts at Alesia when
Vercingetorix's brother brings a huge army to relieve him. Is this to
be the end of Rome's dominance of Gaul?
Author Conn Iggulden has written an excellent history of Caesar's career
in Gaul, up to his decision to cross The Rubicon. It is an enjoyable
read for someone who likes historical novels.
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