Barbarian Princess

The Centurions #2

by Damion Hunter

About the rivalry of two half-brothers in the Roman legions as one is assigned to escort a barbarian princess; D

Genres: Historical Fiction, Fiction, Historical, Roman

382 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published May 12, 1982

About the author

Damion Hunter also publishes under Amanda Cockrell.
See that page for more extensive and interesting information.

Reviews

[Richard Myers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful book

This book brings the Centurion brother back together and places them at Pompeii during the eruption of the volcano. One brother’s organizational abilities shines during the eruption and the other brother is assigned to the Navy.

[John Hunt · Rating 4 out of 5]

Damion Hunter is someone I will be reading more of. Ancient Rome, soldiers, politics, action... these books have them all!

[Jordan Chetcuti · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyable easy reading. Stimulated me to look up a little about Roman history. I'm reading the next in the series.

[Brook Allen · Rating 5 out of 5]

An enjoyable, adventuresome romp through Flavian Rome and Roman Britain, when some of the tribes were still rebelling against Caesar. Cockrell has such a light touch and wonderful flow to her prose. The dialogue is good-humored and ever creative, as are the characters.

This book picks up on Correus's new posting in Britannia. After a terrible tragedy, he throws himself into his work there, serving the legate as a spy and being exceptionally good at it. However, past promises to his father weigh heavily upon him, and after rescuing his brother, he's given a new task--to befriend and help "Romanize" a young Briton princess who has become a charge of Rome. Cupid is always full of surprises, but Correus is also stubborn, returning to Italia for yet another posting. This one proves treacherous, as he and his brother Flavius find themselves in the middle of the Vesuvian eruption on the Bay of Naples. It is there, so far from Britannia that Correus discovers his heart.

This wonderful book is the second in a series by Cockrell about the brothers Appius. A fabulous read for those with a hunger for the ancient world.

[Fred · Rating 5 out of 5]

one hell of a good book!

I’m a fan of novels of Ancient Rome and the Legions! This novel is a great story with well developed characters and a great plot! I’m looking forward to reading the remaining books in this series and have already purchased them! I will be looking for books by this author!

[Random Readers · Rating 4 out of 5]

Likable Hero

Great storyline with a troubled likable hero. Not as fast moving as the first book but building up nicely towards the third book which should pick up pace as the plot continues.

[Andy Febrico Bintoro · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good blended of military, historical, and romance fiction. Well, more on romance in this book. Though this is a historical fiction, the name was not that many. Its easy to draw their relationship and follow the story.

[James Gault · Rating 5 out of 5]

Worth reading

An entrancing story rather than an exciting one but thoroughly worth the read. The story meanders a bit, although not to its detriment, with the whole piece firmly held together by impressive word-smithing.

[Jeff Jones · Rating 4 out of 5]

After exhausting all the more well-known authors of Roman history (until they publish some more) I've been looking for one or more new writers and in Damion Hunter I may have struck gold. Thoroughly engaging story with some strong characters. Can't wait to track the next one down.

[Bryan Lizzimore · Rating 4 out of 5]

Having read many of Simon Scarrow books about ancient Roman times, this proved similar and slightly less absorbing. I found the character names difficult to follow at times. All in all a good read and I will follow up with the next in the series.

[Mr Bill Dunn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just brilliant!

Excellent second novel in the series, couldn’t put it down, straight on to the third part, thanks a lot Damion Hunter.

[Lelia Howell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another Great Book

I have read this book before when it first came out. You have done a great job. The rewrite is gReat

[Bruceandtricia Lamparelli · Rating 4 out of 5]

Had to backtrack..

Thoroughly enjoyed but I mistakenly read in order 1-3-2. Characters come to life. Would like a book on father's exploits.

[Juan Mojica · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rome

I read this book back in High School and it wasn’t until this year that I discovered that there were two other books to series! Not as detailed as some other works from Scarrow and his series but I highly recommend it. Enjoyable characters and solid plot lines.

[Malacima · Rating 3 out of 5]

3,75 stars

[Missy Gagarin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this sequel and can't wait to begin the next in this trilogy!

[Mr John Denis Randall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good read

Yet another excellent read. So many twist and turns. Made me giddy. All ends well in the end. Hopefully. Hoping

[David Marshall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful read. Hunter wraps a scholar's knowledge of Roman armies in an exciting and engaging story. The combination is both enjoyable and informative. An example of superb historical fiction.

[Fred · Rating 5 out of 5]

FINALLY, a kindle edition

A worthy sequel to "The Centurians", still an outstanding read.
The book seems to be longer than it actually is, especially after having read it several times, only because so much happens between the covers.
Unlike the first book, I didn't notice any difference from the printed version. There were several typographical errors.
I consider it fortunate that there were no events which make it desirable to continue to the third volume. I have read it and was disappointed in so many ways that I couldn't possibly recommend it.

[Elizabeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

I wish this and the rest of the series were still in print.

[Jane · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read years ago, but I still remember the vivid, exciting story. Title was unfortunate.