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Assassin: A Spies of Rome Novella
'Rufus Varro is part Gordianus the Finder and part Flashman.' Oliver Webb-Carter, Aspects of History
Rome, 26BC
Rufus Varro, a reluctant spy, is instructed to take a strongbox to the town of Capua - and meet with Marcus Sura, an assassin.
But Varro discovers his fellow agent dead - stabbed in the throat at the brothel where Sura was staying.
Varro - and his bodyguard, Manius, a Briton and former gladiator - are compelled to investigate the crime. They only encounter suspects, rather than evidence, however.
And what if Varro finds the killer? Should the spy become an assassin?
Varro is intent at solving the bloody mystery, but at what cost?
Spies of Assassin is another engaging, enjoyable novella in the bestselling Spies of Rome series, set during the reign of Augustus Caesar. Recommended for fans of Steven Saylor and Conn Iggulden.
Richard Foreman is the bestselling historical novelist of the Sword of Rome and Sword of Empire series. He has also written Band of The Complete Campaigns, based upon Henry V and the Agincourt campaign, as well as a series of novels charting the rise of Augustus Caesar and Marcus Agrippa ( Son of Rome and Son of Caesar). He lives in London.
Praise for the Spies of Rome
'Tense, violent and reluctant spy Rufus Varro is embroiled in intrigue amongst the senators and gladiators of Rome. Foreman knows how to deliver - and does!' Steven Veerapen, author of The Queen's Gold
'Intrigue, politics, decadence, and gladiators … all the ingredients of a gripping tale of Imperial Rome are here in spades.' R. N. Morris, author of A Gentle Axe
'Rufus Varro is part Gordianus the Finder and part Flashman.' Oliver Webb-Carter, Aspects of History
Praise for Richard Foreman's
Son of Rome
‘ Son of Rome forges action and adventure with politics and philosophy. This superb story is drenched in both blood and wisdom - and puts Foreman on the map as the coming man of historical fiction’. Saul David
The Complete Innings
‘Classy, humorous and surprisingly touching tales of cricket, friendship and crime.’ David Blackburn, The Spectator
Band of The Complete Campaigns
'Escapism at its best... A great read that tells much about the style of war and how the individuals fought.' Michael Jecks
Warsaw
‘Warsaw is a work of power. It has the authentic feeling that pulses from an important book. The meticulous research and psychological insights light up one of the most ghastly episodes in the history of man's inhumanity to man.’ Patrick Bishop
Rome, 26BC
Rufus Varro, a reluctant spy, is instructed to take a strongbox to the town of Capua - and meet with Marcus Sura, an assassin.
But Varro discovers his fellow agent dead - stabbed in the throat at the brothel where Sura was staying.
Varro - and his bodyguard, Manius, a Briton and former gladiator - are compelled to investigate the crime. They only encounter suspects, rather than evidence, however.
And what if Varro finds the killer? Should the spy become an assassin?
Varro is intent at solving the bloody mystery, but at what cost?
Spies of Assassin is another engaging, enjoyable novella in the bestselling Spies of Rome series, set during the reign of Augustus Caesar. Recommended for fans of Steven Saylor and Conn Iggulden.
Richard Foreman is the bestselling historical novelist of the Sword of Rome and Sword of Empire series. He has also written Band of The Complete Campaigns, based upon Henry V and the Agincourt campaign, as well as a series of novels charting the rise of Augustus Caesar and Marcus Agrippa ( Son of Rome and Son of Caesar). He lives in London.
Praise for the Spies of Rome
'Tense, violent and reluctant spy Rufus Varro is embroiled in intrigue amongst the senators and gladiators of Rome. Foreman knows how to deliver - and does!' Steven Veerapen, author of The Queen's Gold
'Intrigue, politics, decadence, and gladiators … all the ingredients of a gripping tale of Imperial Rome are here in spades.' R. N. Morris, author of A Gentle Axe
'Rufus Varro is part Gordianus the Finder and part Flashman.' Oliver Webb-Carter, Aspects of History
Praise for Richard Foreman's
Son of Rome
‘ Son of Rome forges action and adventure with politics and philosophy. This superb story is drenched in both blood and wisdom - and puts Foreman on the map as the coming man of historical fiction’. Saul David
The Complete Innings
‘Classy, humorous and surprisingly touching tales of cricket, friendship and crime.’ David Blackburn, The Spectator
Band of The Complete Campaigns
'Escapism at its best... A great read that tells much about the style of war and how the individuals fought.' Michael Jecks
Warsaw
‘Warsaw is a work of power. It has the authentic feeling that pulses from an important book. The meticulous research and psychological insights light up one of the most ghastly episodes in the history of man's inhumanity to man.’ Patrick Bishop
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Published March 25, 2025
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May 15, 2025
Excellent read
As the hearing states this is an excellent read it too short, having said tbat it is still as good as the novels with Rufus varro as the main character along with his bodyguard \friend Manius
As the hearing states this is an excellent read it too short, having said tbat it is still as good as the novels with Rufus varro as the main character along with his bodyguard \friend Manius
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