Cato and Macro have just returned from a successful mission to
Hispania. Rome is now under the rule of Nero and his mother,
Agrippina. Tensions abound, including amongst the Praetorian Guard.
The men who were fighting in Hispania want the same bonus that was paid
out to those who stayed behind.
It isn’t long before Pallas, Nero’s right hand man, comes to Cato with
an offer, and a threat to Cato’s son if he and Macro don’t accept.
Close on this, Cato is framed for the murder of a senator. Fortunately
he escapes, but now looks to Macro to help him clear his name. Will the
pair be able to do just that or is Cato’s life forfeit?
A man everyone assumed was dead reappears in the hopes of removing Nero
from the throne. A revolution is on the verge of breaking out.
Narcissus, back from the dead tries to persuade Cato to join the
revolution and takes Cato’s son to assure compliance.
Will Cato comply? Author Simon Scarrow, historical novel is full of
treachery and double crossing by a variety of characters who put Cato’s
life and the life of his son in jeopardy. A thoroughly enjoyable read
for fans of historical novels.
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