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Warlord of Britannia: Rome's military commanders are watching every move as the tribes beyond the Empire battle for power
The enthralling new drama in the epic story of the barbarian king who led the tribes of Britannia against mighty Rome . . .
WHILE THE MILITARY LEADERS OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE WATCH FROM THE SIDELINES, BRITANNIA'S WARLORD CARATACUS FIGHTS TO UNITE THE WARRING TRIBES.
AD 43, Britannia. A barbarian land . . .
Caratacus is warlord of his tribe. Only King Cunobelinus holds more power. The island's clans are constantly at war. Caratacus has relentlessly driven new alliances, but those are ready to crumble at any provocation. A situation King Verica, an implacable enemy, is keen to exploit, with the support of ever-ambitious Rome. And Rome has a spy in Cunobelinus's inner circle.
The elders believe their island is impregnable. Caratacus is powerful enough to ignore their mockery, as he calls on thousands of men to enlist, and prepare to defend their homeland. But even Caratacus cannot be certain that an army of warriors and ragtag bands of farmers can be turned into a disciplined fighting force that can defy the mighty military machine poised to invade.
Caratacus and his men are preparing for the most deadly battle of their lives. The future of their world is at stake.
Readers are gripped by the books of Simon Scarrow and T. J.
'A riveting read from start to finish. Cannot wait for the next instalment' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'The characters in this book are brilliantly created, full of depth and lively description' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Thundering good adventure . . . I regretted having to put it down to go to bed' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
WHILE THE MILITARY LEADERS OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE WATCH FROM THE SIDELINES, BRITANNIA'S WARLORD CARATACUS FIGHTS TO UNITE THE WARRING TRIBES.
AD 43, Britannia. A barbarian land . . .
Caratacus is warlord of his tribe. Only King Cunobelinus holds more power. The island's clans are constantly at war. Caratacus has relentlessly driven new alliances, but those are ready to crumble at any provocation. A situation King Verica, an implacable enemy, is keen to exploit, with the support of ever-ambitious Rome. And Rome has a spy in Cunobelinus's inner circle.
The elders believe their island is impregnable. Caratacus is powerful enough to ignore their mockery, as he calls on thousands of men to enlist, and prepare to defend their homeland. But even Caratacus cannot be certain that an army of warriors and ragtag bands of farmers can be turned into a disciplined fighting force that can defy the mighty military machine poised to invade.
Caratacus and his men are preparing for the most deadly battle of their lives. The future of their world is at stake.
Readers are gripped by the books of Simon Scarrow and T. J.
'A riveting read from start to finish. Cannot wait for the next instalment' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'The characters in this book are brilliantly created, full of depth and lively description' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Thundering good adventure . . . I regretted having to put it down to go to bed' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
406 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 21, 2026
About the author
Simon Scarrow
180 books2,224 followersSimon Scarrow is a UK-based author, born in Nigeria, and now living in Norfolk. He completed a master's degree at the University of East Anglia, and, after working at the Inland Revenue, went into teaching as a lecturer at City College, Norwich.
He is best known for his "Eagle" series. This is Roman empire military fiction, starting with the second invasion of Britain, and continuing with subsequent adventures in every corner of the empire. The stories are told through the eyes of two centurions, Macro and Cato. To date there are eighteen books in the series.
Scarrow has also written a series of four novels on the Napoleonic wars, focusing on the lives of Wellington and Napoleon.
He is best known for his "Eagle" series. This is Roman empire military fiction, starting with the second invasion of Britain, and continuing with subsequent adventures in every corner of the empire. The stories are told through the eyes of two centurions, Macro and Cato. To date there are eighteen books in the series.
Scarrow has also written a series of four novels on the Napoleonic wars, focusing on the lives of Wellington and Napoleon.
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May 29, 2026
AD 43, Britannia. A barbarian land . . .
Caratacus is warlord of his tribe. Only King Cunobelinus holds more power. The island's clans are constantly at war. Caratacus has relentlessly driven new alliances, but those are ready to crumble at any provocation. A situation King Verica, an implacable enemy, is keen to exploit, with the support of ever-ambitious Rome. And Rome has a spy in Cunobelinus's inner circle.
The elders believe their island is impregnable. Caratacus is powerful enough to ignore their mockery, as he calls on thousands of men to enlist, and prepare to defend their homeland. But even Caratacus cannot be certain that an army of warriors and ragtag bands of farmers can be turned into a disciplined fighting force that can defy the mighty military machine poised to invade.
Caratacus and his men are preparing for the most deadly battle of their lives. The future of their world is at stake.
An intriguing perspective on Caratacus, especially in the way he recounts his story to a Roman historian. It feels fresh and different, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. As with most books bearing Scarrow’s name, you know exactly what you’re in for: strong storytelling and a compelling read.
Caratacus is warlord of his tribe. Only King Cunobelinus holds more power. The island's clans are constantly at war. Caratacus has relentlessly driven new alliances, but those are ready to crumble at any provocation. A situation King Verica, an implacable enemy, is keen to exploit, with the support of ever-ambitious Rome. And Rome has a spy in Cunobelinus's inner circle.
The elders believe their island is impregnable. Caratacus is powerful enough to ignore their mockery, as he calls on thousands of men to enlist, and prepare to defend their homeland. But even Caratacus cannot be certain that an army of warriors and ragtag bands of farmers can be turned into a disciplined fighting force that can defy the mighty military machine poised to invade.
Caratacus and his men are preparing for the most deadly battle of their lives. The future of their world is at stake.
An intriguing perspective on Caratacus, especially in the way he recounts his story to a Roman historian. It feels fresh and different, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. As with most books bearing Scarrow’s name, you know exactly what you’re in for: strong storytelling and a compelling read.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Caius Placonius Felicitus has just been given the job of writing the biography of Caratacus. The notorious warlord of Britannia who defied Rome for many years. Under incredible scrutiny from all parties in Rome, Caius will have to get right balance to not offend Caratacus, but at the same time make the Roman Empire look great.
Starting from the year AD 43, we get to see how a prince the Catuvellauni battles the local tribes and the elders of his own people, with his ambition to unite the tribes before the might of Rome invade their lands.
This is the start of a life story that shows what a brilliant leader can accomplish, and what a thorn in the side he becomes to the most powerful nation in the known world.
Simon Scarrow and T. J. Andrews unite again to bring us another epic Roman adventure. The telling of the life of Caratacus is wonderful idea, and it’s brilliantly written.
They capture the atmosphere of the time perfectly, from a tense time in Rome and the history of the start of the Roman invasion of Britannia and a warlord who would defy the odds.
Every book these two authors have written have been great, but I think this one is the best. I absolutely loved it.
Starting from the year AD 43, we get to see how a prince the Catuvellauni battles the local tribes and the elders of his own people, with his ambition to unite the tribes before the might of Rome invade their lands.
This is the start of a life story that shows what a brilliant leader can accomplish, and what a thorn in the side he becomes to the most powerful nation in the known world.
Simon Scarrow and T. J. Andrews unite again to bring us another epic Roman adventure. The telling of the life of Caratacus is wonderful idea, and it’s brilliantly written.
They capture the atmosphere of the time perfectly, from a tense time in Rome and the history of the start of the Roman invasion of Britannia and a warlord who would defy the odds.
Every book these two authors have written have been great, but I think this one is the best. I absolutely loved it.
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