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Cary Reed

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Cary Reed is an author of historical fiction novels and espionage thrillers that authentically portray of the world soldiers, spies, and intelligence agencies. Born and raised in Western Massachusetts, Reed's interest in international relations led him to pursue a degree in the subject from American University, followed by a master's degree from Georgetown University.

Reed served in the Army as an infantry officer, serving as a platoon leader in the 82nd Airborne Division and graduating Army Ranger School. He later transitioned to military intelligence and served in various capacities in this field. Following his time in the military, Reed worked for a decade as an analyst in the U.S. intelligence community, honing his skills in analysis an ...more

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	In the Shadow of the Furies: A Novel of the Second Punic War (Palladium Book 1) 4.23 avg rating — 31 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Rings of Iron: A Novel of the Second Punic War by Cary Reed (Goodreads Author), Emma Moylan (editor), A.E. Charters (illustrator) 4.64 avg rating — 14 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Navigating the Complexities of Masculinity in Historical Fiction

The last book in my Palladium Trilogy is shaping up to be a deep dive into the concept of legacies—how our words, actions, and the examples we set influence our contemporaries and the next generation. I aim to explore how characters like Varro, Cato, Scipio, and Aemilia affect their families, friends, and wider Roman society.

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When the Clock Broke: Con Men, Conspiracists, and How America Cracked Up in the Early 1990s

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