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Marching With Caesar #6
Rise of Augustus
In the penultimate chapter of the saga of Titus Pullus, Legionary of Rome, Titus has been promoted to the newly formalized post of Camp Prefect, by Gaius Octavianus Caesar, who will become known as Augustus. Sent to the wild province of Pannonia, Titus, Sextus Scribonius, Quintus Balbus and Titus' nephew and heir Gaius Porcinus, take part in a campaign by the grandson of the former Triumvir Marcus Licinius Crassus. Meanwhile, Titus experiences both the pain of advancing age and personal loss as tragedy shakes his faith for the last time.
Not only must Titus and his friends survive the rigors of combat against the wild tribes that inhabit the region that now makes up the Czech Republic, Bulgaria, and Romania, but they must worry about the political undercurrents as Augustus consolidates his power. Will Titus and his friends become casualties in Gaius Octavianus Caesar's relentless pursuit of total control of Rome?
Marching With Caesar-Rise of Augustus is the fifth in the Marching With Caesar series, featuring Titus Pullus, Legionary of Rome.
Not only must Titus and his friends survive the rigors of combat against the wild tribes that inhabit the region that now makes up the Czech Republic, Bulgaria, and Romania, but they must worry about the political undercurrents as Augustus consolidates his power. Will Titus and his friends become casualties in Gaius Octavianus Caesar's relentless pursuit of total control of Rome?
Marching With Caesar-Rise of Augustus is the fifth in the Marching With Caesar series, featuring Titus Pullus, Legionary of Rome.
428 pages, Paperback
First published July 31, 2013
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About the author
R.W. Peake
51 books107 followersThe first adult author with whom RW Peake developed a long-term relationship
was Louis L’Amour, whose body of work shaped his life philosophy.
After retiring from the Marines, RW proceeded to earn a BA in History from
the Honors College at the University of Houston.
Although RW wrote a novel as a kid, he didn't publish his first novel until
age 50.
In addition to is time in the Marines, and before the tech bubble burst in 2000, he was
a paper millionaire in the software industry.
A native Houstonian, RW recently relocated to the Olympic Peninsula of
Washington, where he lives with his yellow Lab, Sadie.
was Louis L’Amour, whose body of work shaped his life philosophy.
After retiring from the Marines, RW proceeded to earn a BA in History from
the Honors College at the University of Houston.
Although RW wrote a novel as a kid, he didn't publish his first novel until
age 50.
In addition to is time in the Marines, and before the tech bubble burst in 2000, he was
a paper millionaire in the software industry.
A native Houstonian, RW recently relocated to the Olympic Peninsula of
Washington, where he lives with his yellow Lab, Sadie.
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Displaying 1 - 11 of 11 reviews
June 26, 2020
Superb read
The continuing saga of Titus Pullus's life and the story continues to grab good of the readers imagination. Every part of the story and the wide range of characters rings true, a reflection of the authors research and grasp of the Roman world. Also his own military service, anyone who has can attest to the validation of the soldiers conversations around the fire. All in all a superb read bring on the next one
The continuing saga of Titus Pullus's life and the story continues to grab good of the readers imagination. Every part of the story and the wide range of characters rings true, a reflection of the authors research and grasp of the Roman world. Also his own military service, anyone who has can attest to the validation of the soldiers conversations around the fire. All in all a superb read bring on the next one
November 22, 2023
A nice transition to a different period of history. This installment allows us to witness the changes of the early empire through the eyes of a seasoned veteran soldier who survived all the civil wars at the end of the Republic.
July 2, 2017
Quite a journey. One more Titus book. Will be sorry when journey ends.
July 28, 2021
History of the legion
Great insiders story of Rome’s legions while written as fiction it reads like non fiction the author has clearly done a lot of research
Great insiders story of Rome’s legions while written as fiction it reads like non fiction the author has clearly done a lot of research
September 17, 2023
Review marching with Carsar-Augustus
Full of twists and turns in Army life. I could identify with so much in my past officer career. Real page burner, on to the next book.
Full of twists and turns in Army life. I could identify with so much in my past officer career. Real page burner, on to the next book.
March 13, 2014
The saga of Titus Pullus continues with "Rise of Augustus." As with the earlier books in the MWC series, this one is loaded with often gruesome battle scenes, Roman-era political drama and gritty descriptions of life in the Roman army. By the time the reader reaches this book, he or she has become so involved with the main characters that when one of them dies, as happens in this book, the sense of loss is almost palpable.
Pullus has been promoted to Camp Prefect and, as such, is second in command of the army. This role places him in often difficult positions as there is usually little or no precedence for decisions he needs to make. Even at his "advanced age" of 50, there are times when problems need to be solved by force. Pullus does not come through all of these unscathed and the scars left behind are beginning to take their toll. Through it all, he retains his sense of honor.
It will be sad to see this series end, as it must, but there are still more adventures to be had and I cannot wait to share in them.
Pullus has been promoted to Camp Prefect and, as such, is second in command of the army. This role places him in often difficult positions as there is usually little or no precedence for decisions he needs to make. Even at his "advanced age" of 50, there are times when problems need to be solved by force. Pullus does not come through all of these unscathed and the scars left behind are beginning to take their toll. Through it all, he retains his sense of honor.
It will be sad to see this series end, as it must, but there are still more adventures to be had and I cannot wait to share in them.
January 18, 2016
The overall story just keeps getting better and better, and it's refreshingly gratifying to see Titus learning some political acumen now that he's in his 50's.
Some sincere sadness felt at the loss of some of his oldest friends - a sign that I'm truly invested I. The plot and storyline.
On to the last chapter!
Some sincere sadness felt at the loss of some of his oldest friends - a sign that I'm truly invested I. The plot and storyline.
On to the last chapter!
November 10, 2013
I continue to enjoy R.W Peake's work. This book was back to basics on life in the legions. Titus Pullo's adventures continue to deliver. Although his bouts of depression seem somewhat petulant for a man of his age and experience. Still, I await with eagerness the final novel in this series.
February 24, 2015
Another great story
Once again, Mr. Peake does not.disappoint.
I'm really enjoying following the.career and life of.Titus pullover through his eyes.
Love.it! Keep.up the good work
K
Once again, Mr. Peake does not.disappoint.
I'm really enjoying following the.career and life of.Titus pullover through his eyes.
Love.it! Keep.up the good work
K
August 18, 2013
Enjoyed it alot, but just sad to know that Balbus didn't managed to have someone's ball sac turned into a purse. Can't wait for the next book.
August 28, 2013
Looking forward to the next volume.
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