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Dark Eagle IV: Scarab
An Empire's Fate Lies in the Shadows of an Ancient Land.
43 AD.
The mighty Roman Empire is stretched thin, its grip on its most vital province slipping. In Egypt, whispers of rebellion echo along the Nile. Roman legions, once feared and unstoppable, are plagued by desertions and mysterious deaths, many haunted by visions of gods and monsters. Supplies meant to sustain the empire falter, and pirates roam the Mediterranean, striking with uncanny precision.
As Rome teeters on the brink, the Occultum—Rome's shadowy and ruthless special forces—are sent into the heart of Egypt, a land where the past looms large and the line between myth and reality blurs.
In the face of fearsome enemies, forbidden love, and a web of deception that stretches across the Mediterranean to the Nile's sacred waters, the Occultum must confront not only the forces threatening the empire but also the fragile loyalties within their own ranks. Every step closer to the truth brings them deeper into a deadly conspiracy—and closer to an unimaginable threat hiding in the shadows of Egypt
43 AD.
The mighty Roman Empire is stretched thin, its grip on its most vital province slipping. In Egypt, whispers of rebellion echo along the Nile. Roman legions, once feared and unstoppable, are plagued by desertions and mysterious deaths, many haunted by visions of gods and monsters. Supplies meant to sustain the empire falter, and pirates roam the Mediterranean, striking with uncanny precision.
As Rome teeters on the brink, the Occultum—Rome's shadowy and ruthless special forces—are sent into the heart of Egypt, a land where the past looms large and the line between myth and reality blurs.
In the face of fearsome enemies, forbidden love, and a web of deception that stretches across the Mediterranean to the Nile's sacred waters, the Occultum must confront not only the forces threatening the empire but also the fragile loyalties within their own ranks. Every step closer to the truth brings them deeper into a deadly conspiracy—and closer to an unimaginable threat hiding in the shadows of Egypt
- GenresFiction
360 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 12, 2025
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About the author
K.M. Ashman
52 books227 followersKevin Ashman is the author of twenty-six novels including the best-selling Roman Chronicles and highly ranked Medieval Sagas.
Always pushing the boundaries he found further success with the India Sommers Mysteries as well as three other stand-alone projects, Vampire, Savage Eden and the dystopian horror story, The Last Citadel. These cross-genre books have now been added to by the two Sci-fi novels, The Legacy Protocol and The Seventh God.
Kevin was born and raised in Wales in the United Kingdom and now writes full time having been signed by a major publishing company. He is married with four grown children and enjoys cycling, swimming and watching rugby as his hobbies.
Recent works include the Blood of Kings trilogy and the follow-up books, Warrior Princess and The Blade Bearer.
The most recent project is a five-book series about the Templars during the 12th century. Templar Steel, Templar Stone, Templar Blood and Templar Fury are already on sale and Templar Glory is due for release in Oct 2021.
An exciting project is also underway, a three-book series chronicling the years leading up to and beyond the Battle of Hastings.
Always pushing the boundaries he found further success with the India Sommers Mysteries as well as three other stand-alone projects, Vampire, Savage Eden and the dystopian horror story, The Last Citadel. These cross-genre books have now been added to by the two Sci-fi novels, The Legacy Protocol and The Seventh God.
Kevin was born and raised in Wales in the United Kingdom and now writes full time having been signed by a major publishing company. He is married with four grown children and enjoys cycling, swimming and watching rugby as his hobbies.
Recent works include the Blood of Kings trilogy and the follow-up books, Warrior Princess and The Blade Bearer.
The most recent project is a five-book series about the Templars during the 12th century. Templar Steel, Templar Stone, Templar Blood and Templar Fury are already on sale and Templar Glory is due for release in Oct 2021.
An exciting project is also underway, a three-book series chronicling the years leading up to and beyond the Battle of Hastings.
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Displaying 1 - 13 of 13 reviews
January 6, 2026
This was another excellent read in the Dark Eagle series by K M Ashman, this time most of the action took place in Egypt,with just a few chapters focused on Britanica. The actual series is based on Romes use of undercover soldiers much like our special forces of today,the only other author I know who has written about this is the excellent series by Nick Brown, both series comes highly recommended.
July 13, 2025
Not as entertaining as I-III.
I love the plot of the Occultum adventures. This time, however the author overdid himself. Too much of misticism, cult, religion, hallucinations related to widespread drug use happening at the same time in Brittania and Egypt. Hard to believe and irritating. I hope that next books are better.
I love the plot of the Occultum adventures. This time, however the author overdid himself. Too much of misticism, cult, religion, hallucinations related to widespread drug use happening at the same time in Brittania and Egypt. Hard to believe and irritating. I hope that next books are better.
February 17, 2025
Occults
Very well written with exciting twist and turns! Almost 3 stories in one. Occults thrive on superstitions and fanatics. I look forward to reading the next book in this series of the Dark Eagle.
Very well written with exciting twist and turns! Almost 3 stories in one. Occults thrive on superstitions and fanatics. I look forward to reading the next book in this series of the Dark Eagle.
May 22, 2025
Loving this series.
Scarab is a very un put downable story, it delves into the realms of fantasy but all things are feasible within it, the tale is fast paced and flows effortlessly I really enjoyed this book and will certainly but the next, Wraith.
Thanks Kev
Scarab is a very un put downable story, it delves into the realms of fantasy but all things are feasible within it, the tale is fast paced and flows effortlessly I really enjoyed this book and will certainly but the next, Wraith.
Thanks Kev
October 13, 2025
very dark Eagle
Yet another good yarn from Ancient Rome. The boys did well on this one and what a great story. Never tried Garam myself as it seems disgusting cannot wait to get back to Britannia as this tale sound intriguing
Yet another good yarn from Ancient Rome. The boys did well on this one and what a great story. Never tried Garam myself as it seems disgusting cannot wait to get back to Britannia as this tale sound intriguing
February 28, 2025
Editing errors
Nice sequel, but far too many editing errors through-out. Typos, missing words, and a coup.e of historical inaccuracies. Revision needed.
Nice sequel, but far too many editing errors through-out. Typos, missing words, and a coup.e of historical inaccuracies. Revision needed.
March 11, 2025
Great book, good characters and a story line that's different from anything I have read. Looking forward to the 5th book. Well worth the time to read.
May 27, 2025
Illusion
A story that has more twists and turns than the yellow brick road in the wizard of Oz good .I cannot wait to read the next installment.
A story that has more twists and turns than the yellow brick road in the wizard of Oz good .I cannot wait to read the next installment.
June 3, 2025
good story. easy to follow. not much action
As headline , but many errors in the story. Words missed out. Having read 20 of his books, this was by far the most errors
As headline , but many errors in the story. Words missed out. Having read 20 of his books, this was by far the most errors
November 14, 2025
adventure and more!
Scarab continues the adventures of the previous books in the series. I finished the book in the series and have now started on the next one!
Scarab continues the adventures of the previous books in the series. I finished the book in the series and have now started on the next one!
December 23, 2025
Brilliant
This series just gets better and better and the characters move through an ancient land with orders from Rome to do things that the armies cannot. Absolutely brilliant
This series just gets better and better and the characters move through an ancient land with orders from Rome to do things that the armies cannot. Absolutely brilliant
January 8, 2026
Excellent storytelling.
Still caught one editing error again…
Still caught one editing error again…
September 10, 2025
good read
Kept my interest throughout looking forward to next book in series. At first I supported Rome but now I can revert back to my Anglo-Saxon origins
Kept my interest throughout looking forward to next book in series. At first I supported Rome but now I can revert back to my Anglo-Saxon origins
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