Warrior

Edge of Empire #3

by Alistair Tosh

'The ultimate blend of betrayal, vengeance and brutality in this thunderous thriller set in Roman Spain.' Fiona Forsyth, author of Rome's End

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Lucius Faenius Felix - a battle hardened Tribune, scarred in body and mind - journeys to his home province of Hispania Baetica. Accompanied by his friend Cai Martis - warrior of the Nervii tribe and veteran Praefect of cavalry - Felix has high hopes of recovering his family lands and avenging his father’s murder.

But the soldier's homeland is being terrorised by roving bands of outlaws. Felix and Martis are thrust into a perilous world of powerful men and rival factions. When his brother is captured by one of the gangs Lucius goes in pursuit with his own small band and unwittingly starts a war with a formidable enemy who are not what they initially seem.

Felix's honour is tested when told he must forgo seeking revenge against his father’s killer, Malor, the head of the villainous Castricae clan, as the price for the return of his lands.

Friends and enemies are not always what they seem, as Felix draws Malor’s forces in to give battle.

The soldier will risk everything to see his sense of honour - and desire for vengeance - satisfied.

Recommended for fans of Ben Kane, Simon Scarrow and Conn Iggulden.

Alistair Tosh was born and raised in the Dumfriesshire countryside. He now lives in north Lancashire with his wife and dog.

Praise for Alistair

‘Gripping, gritty and blood-spattered. Fans of Roman historical adventure will love it!’ Matthew Harffy

'A taut bowstring of a story with a climax sharp as a warrior’s blade.’ Alistair Forrest, author of Sea of Flames

'Tosh takes his band of heroes through an ancient heart of darkness. An epic adventure that will leave warriors changed and have the reader’s pulse-rate soaring!' Fiona Forsyth, author of the Lucius Sestius Mysteries

'From its intriguing opening scenes to the final, breathtaking and bloody conclusion, Alistair Tosh gives his readers another tale of relentless action and intrigue.' Derek Birks, author of The Last of the Romans

Genres: Historical Fiction

336 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 1, 2023

Reviews

[Shane Findlay · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.75⭐️

[colin weller · Rating 5 out of 5]

romans as they probably really were

Really enjoyed this trilogy of books. Really invested in them as I read each one. There’s everything here real life, real love, and of course bloody battles. If you like Roman times, then this is a must. It’s up there with all the best people people who write these historical novels, Bernard Cornwell, Conn Igguldon et cetera. This review is being done by voice, so excuse any spelling mistakes.

[Marek Stawiarski · Rating 5 out of 5]

captivating adventure

I have read all books in this trilogy. I loved the first one, but the last one, The Hunter is the best. If you like adventure - this is it. Would love to see the continuation of the story.

[R J · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great tale

I really enjoyed this series. Really well written and thoroughly enjoyable. I read the whole trilogy in a week or so. Thank you Mr Tosh. I shall be consuming more of your work.

[Sally Smith · Rating 4 out of 5]

More terrible copyediting.

Can't anyone spell, punctuate, or use proper grammar any more?

This comes from a so-called professional publisher; if the author was charged for it, he needs to demand a refund.

Really distracting.

[Peter · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyable conclusion to the trilogy

Enjoyable light read with good characterisation and plenty of action. An interesting conclusion to the trilogy, with room for another sequel.

[Lorraine Pickett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoyed this third installment in the series. Always a solid story with interesting characters, both good and bad. Looking forward to the next chapter with Lucius and Cai!

[Doug Rogers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very Good

Again, great writing and character development. Sort of like Bernard Corneell meets Damon Hunter, a good mix of violence and emotion.