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Praetorian: The Nemesis Blade
The empire is settled from its civil wars with a new, strong ruler in Septimius Severus, and while the emperor campaigns in the east, a cohort of Praetorians has been left in control of Rome under Rufinus, now a tribune of the Guard.
But adventure calls once more, as Rufinus receives a worrying letter that sends him on a quest in the north, which will take him and his new faithful companion to the edge of empire, where he will uncover a secret that puts the whole world in danger.
But adventure calls once more, as Rufinus receives a worrying letter that sends him on a quest in the north, which will take him and his new faithful companion to the edge of empire, where he will uncover a secret that puts the whole world in danger.
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393 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 26, 2024
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June 1, 2024
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The empire is settled from its civil wars with a new, strong ruler in Septimius Severus, and while the emperor campaigns in the east, a cohort of Praetorians has been left in control of Rome under Rufinus, now a tribune of the Guard.
But adventure calls once more, as Rufinus receives a worrying letter that sends him on a quest in the north, which will take him and his new faithful companion to the edge of empire, where he will uncover a secret that puts the whole world in danger.
393 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 26, 2024
REVIEW
Another creatively rousing tale of our favorite Praetorian. The author fiendishly puts our hero through just about everything you can imagine while demanding of him the saving of the Germanic frontier for the Empire. A grueling test beset with setback after setback, but finally home is within his grasp and he can rejoin his family… oh, but wait…maybe not. Stay tuned my peeps and fellow readers, there’s more to come. 5 STARS
The empire is settled from its civil wars with a new, strong ruler in Septimius Severus, and while the emperor campaigns in the east, a cohort of Praetorians has been left in control of Rome under Rufinus, now a tribune of the Guard.
But adventure calls once more, as Rufinus receives a worrying letter that sends him on a quest in the north, which will take him and his new faithful companion to the edge of empire, where he will uncover a secret that puts the whole world in danger.
393 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 26, 2024
REVIEW
Another creatively rousing tale of our favorite Praetorian. The author fiendishly puts our hero through just about everything you can imagine while demanding of him the saving of the Germanic frontier for the Empire. A grueling test beset with setback after setback, but finally home is within his grasp and he can rejoin his family… oh, but wait…maybe not. Stay tuned my peeps and fellow readers, there’s more to come. 5 STARS
January 25, 2025
Rufius Rufinius, Praetorian of Rome, responds to a mysterious call for help from his brother from the German frontier of ancient Rome. Rufinius uncovers a misguided plot to roll back the Roman empire`s border to a natural border, a river. The erstwhile German allies are revealed to be anything but. Thanks to the timely intervention of his dog, he survives several attempts on his life and overcomes overwhelming odds to save the day. However, not all is well with his beloved wife whom he has left in safety at home in Rome.
Plot twists and unexpected developments made this historical novel an exciting read.
Plot twists and unexpected developments made this historical novel an exciting read.
October 29, 2024
Another great book from S J A Turney
Another great read from a master story teller, continuing the epic adventures of Rufinius the Praetorian Prefect.
The story is fast and furious carrying the reader through Northern Germania and a possible German revolt against the Roman Empire, full of surprising twists and an excellent plot, will keep you well entertained .
Another great read from a master story teller, continuing the epic adventures of Rufinius the Praetorian Prefect.
The story is fast and furious carrying the reader through Northern Germania and a possible German revolt against the Roman Empire, full of surprising twists and an excellent plot, will keep you well entertained .
May 5, 2024
A good read
I enjoyed it thorough to the end, fast moving and waiting for the next in the series hopefully not to long.
I enjoyed it thorough to the end, fast moving and waiting for the next in the series hopefully not to long.
May 13, 2024
Awesome.
I love Rufinus and Orthus. Another brilliant read from S.J.A. Turney. Hoping for another asap. Brilliant characters, a plot that never lets you sleep. 5 star novel.
I love Rufinus and Orthus. Another brilliant read from S.J.A. Turney. Hoping for another asap. Brilliant characters, a plot that never lets you sleep. 5 star novel.
July 14, 2024
Praise for The Nemesis Blade
Again Simon Turney scripts a yarn worthy of all great historical writers. Words turn into action and flow forcibly across the pages. well done!
Again Simon Turney scripts a yarn worthy of all great historical writers. Words turn into action and flow forcibly across the pages. well done!
September 9, 2024
A good book and the series will continue....
April 16, 2025
Very good story with gripping you to continue reading. Excellent Historical notes
May 8, 2025
I though this was the last volume of the series but it seems not. Very good one though!
September 7, 2025
Rebellion
Praetorian in this book returns to the wilderness of Germania in answer to a letter from his brother only to find a growing mystery.
Praetorian in this book returns to the wilderness of Germania in answer to a letter from his brother only to find a growing mystery.
October 2, 2025
Brilliant author great addition to Roman Legionaire novels e.g Marius Mule etc. Prolific writer and one I admire that keeps you wanting more
March 17, 2025
Fantastic start to my books of 2025. Welcome back, Rufinus. I've missed you!
Once again, Rufinus and his new "companion" are off on a journey into trouble and more trouble. Travelling out of Rome to the Northern Provinces on a personal journey, he becomes involved in an intriguing plan to remove the Romans from their border.
Simon, you have an amazing style of writing, and I can't wait for the next book.
Once again, Rufinus and his new "companion" are off on a journey into trouble and more trouble. Travelling out of Rome to the Northern Provinces on a personal journey, he becomes involved in an intriguing plan to remove the Romans from their border.
Simon, you have an amazing style of writing, and I can't wait for the next book.
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