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Praetorian #2
The Price of Treason
Two years have passed since the emperor's loyal Praetorian guardsman Gnaeus Marcius Rustius Rufinus foiled Lucilla's great assassination plot. Plagued by the ghosts of his past, Rufinus has enacted his own form of justice upon the praetorian cavalrymen who murdered the imperial agent Dis two years earlier.
But the Fates will not let Rufinus rest. Rome is beginning to seethe with rumour and conspiracy as Perennis, the prefect of the Praetorian Guard, and Cleander, the imperial chamberlain, continue to play their ‘great game.’ With the tide of opinion turning against their commander, Rufinus and his friends embark upon a mission to save the Prefect’s family, only to uncover a plot that runs deep… to the very heart of the empire. Armed with rare and dangerous evidence, Rufinus faces insurmountable odds in an attempt to bring the truth to light. To save his prefect. To save Rome. To save everyone he cares about.
But the Fates will not let Rufinus rest. Rome is beginning to seethe with rumour and conspiracy as Perennis, the prefect of the Praetorian Guard, and Cleander, the imperial chamberlain, continue to play their ‘great game.’ With the tide of opinion turning against their commander, Rufinus and his friends embark upon a mission to save the Prefect’s family, only to uncover a plot that runs deep… to the very heart of the empire. Armed with rare and dangerous evidence, Rufinus faces insurmountable odds in an attempt to bring the truth to light. To save his prefect. To save Rome. To save everyone he cares about.
342 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 17, 2015
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About the author
S.J.A. Turney
95 books503 followersSimon lives with his wife and children and a menagerie of animals in rural North Yorkshire, where he sits in an office, wired on coffee and digestive biscuits, and attempts to spin engrossing tales out of strands of imagination while his children drive toys across his desk and two dogs howl as they try to share a brain cell.
A born and bred Yorkshireman with a love of country, history and architecture, Simon spends most of his rare free time travelling around ancient sites, writing, researching the ancient world and reading voraciously.
Following an arcane and eclectic career path that wound through everything from sheep to Microsoft networks and from paint to car sales, Simon wrote Marius’ Mules and, with help and support, made a success of it. Now, with in excess of 20 novels under his belt, Simon writes full time and is represented by MMB Creative literary agents.
Simon writes Roman military novels in the form of the bestselling Marius’ Mules series based on Julius Caesar’s campaigns, Roman thrillers in the Praetorian series, set during the troubled reign of Commodus, medieval adventures in the Ottoman Cycle, following a young Greek thief around the 15th century world, and a series of Historical Fantasy novels with a Roman flavour, called the Tales of the Empire.
Simon can be found on Twitter as @SJATurney and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/SJATurney/ as well as on his website http://www.sjaturney.co.uk
A born and bred Yorkshireman with a love of country, history and architecture, Simon spends most of his rare free time travelling around ancient sites, writing, researching the ancient world and reading voraciously.
Following an arcane and eclectic career path that wound through everything from sheep to Microsoft networks and from paint to car sales, Simon wrote Marius’ Mules and, with help and support, made a success of it. Now, with in excess of 20 novels under his belt, Simon writes full time and is represented by MMB Creative literary agents.
Simon writes Roman military novels in the form of the bestselling Marius’ Mules series based on Julius Caesar’s campaigns, Roman thrillers in the Praetorian series, set during the troubled reign of Commodus, medieval adventures in the Ottoman Cycle, following a young Greek thief around the 15th century world, and a series of Historical Fantasy novels with a Roman flavour, called the Tales of the Empire.
Simon can be found on Twitter as @SJATurney and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/SJATurney/ as well as on his website http://www.sjaturney.co.uk
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January 7, 2017
I enjoyed Turney's first "Praetorian" immensely, but the second installment rates even higher. This is dark night of the soul time for Praetorian Guard Rufinus, a likeable chap who is considerably less fresh-faced than he appeared in the first book. Now in the grips of bitter nightmares from the torture session of his last set of adventures, he is spinning between a search for vengeance and a full-blown opium addiction when a new imperial plot entangles him. The new Praetorian Prefect may be planning treason against Emperor Commodus, and Rufinus must join forces with old friends and new allies to put a halt to the plot--unless his own demons devour him first. New characters shine (the odd-eyed Cestius is delightful) and old characters continue (Rufinus's faithful hound Acheron is clearly a fan favorite--there will be rioting among the readership if he ever gets killed off) and as one can always expect from an SJA Turney adventure, there are city-wide chases, thrilling fight scenes, and shafts of unexpected humor. I look forward to the third installment in the Praetorian series.
March 29, 2017
More enthralling than the first book in the series. Rustinus has developed from a wide-eyed naïve young man to one more mature. With the aid of his stalwart Praetorian friends, he fights opium addiction and what we would call PSTD. He is caught in a maelstrom of intrigue, with the Court Chamberlain, Cleander, and the Praetorian Prefect, Perennis. Perennis charges him with protecting his sons, legates in Pannonia. Also, Praetorians from his first adventure are seeking him, with vengeance on their minds. There were many heart-stopping episodes. The author threw in many completely unexpected twists, just when I thought I had the story figured out.
Highly recommended.
Highly recommended.
December 15, 2015
So we are back with Rufinus.. I’ve been looking forward to this day since I finished the first book and I wasn’t disappointed.
It’s been two years since Rufinus spoilt plans to usurp the emperor and it’s clearly been a hard two years as we see our hero has fallen from grace a little. Rufinus has one thing on his mind.. Revenge…
The book starts strongly with Rufinus out to get one of the cavalrymen who killed the frumentarius Dis in the previous book. The need for vengeance is strong and I can see this becoming a theme throughout the series.. and I like it.
The main focus of this tale though is based on Perennis and Cleander, I won’t spoil what turns out to be a fascinating read but lines are drawn, trust tested to the limits and not everyone will make it out alive that’s for sure.
So you want to know some good things about the book. Firstly Acheron is back.. I love that hound :)
We also see a lot of faces from the previous tale turn again which gave a greater depth to the tale, friendships have clearly grown in the two years.. some more than others. It was great to see the return of such characters as Peteos (the young boy who helped Rufinus in the first book)
We also see new characters introduced like Publis who I initially didn’t like but turned out to be the shining star in the book along with Cestius.. a new frumentarius for us to enjoy.
These new and old characters along with the well-researched and interesting plot lead to what I can only say is one hell of a sequel!
Throughout the story it felt I was reading a similar tale as the first book. Not that anything is the same, more that the undertone of urgency is always there. The book builds up until this final explosion of action. Superb!
So you want to know where the 4* rating comes from.. well one person in this book gets overlooked I felt.. Senova the love interest of Rufinus. It’s been two years and he’s hardly spoke to her. After the first book I just expected her to have a bigger part but if you read the story you can see why she doesn’t get much page time.. she just doesn’t fit in with the action. On a good note the ending of the book leaves me in no doubt she will return in book 3 and hopefully we will see more happen between the two of them.
Another excellent book from S.J.A. Turney!
It’s been two years since Rufinus spoilt plans to usurp the emperor and it’s clearly been a hard two years as we see our hero has fallen from grace a little. Rufinus has one thing on his mind.. Revenge…
The book starts strongly with Rufinus out to get one of the cavalrymen who killed the frumentarius Dis in the previous book. The need for vengeance is strong and I can see this becoming a theme throughout the series.. and I like it.
The main focus of this tale though is based on Perennis and Cleander, I won’t spoil what turns out to be a fascinating read but lines are drawn, trust tested to the limits and not everyone will make it out alive that’s for sure.
So you want to know some good things about the book. Firstly Acheron is back.. I love that hound :)
We also see a lot of faces from the previous tale turn again which gave a greater depth to the tale, friendships have clearly grown in the two years.. some more than others. It was great to see the return of such characters as Peteos (the young boy who helped Rufinus in the first book)
We also see new characters introduced like Publis who I initially didn’t like but turned out to be the shining star in the book along with Cestius.. a new frumentarius for us to enjoy.
These new and old characters along with the well-researched and interesting plot lead to what I can only say is one hell of a sequel!
Throughout the story it felt I was reading a similar tale as the first book. Not that anything is the same, more that the undertone of urgency is always there. The book builds up until this final explosion of action. Superb!
So you want to know where the 4* rating comes from.. well one person in this book gets overlooked I felt.. Senova the love interest of Rufinus. It’s been two years and he’s hardly spoke to her. After the first book I just expected her to have a bigger part but if you read the story you can see why she doesn’t get much page time.. she just doesn’t fit in with the action. On a good note the ending of the book leaves me in no doubt she will return in book 3 and hopefully we will see more happen between the two of them.
Another excellent book from S.J.A. Turney!
October 1, 2022
Denna var slarvig i detaljerna. Det är förlåtligt i flera genrer, men i historiska romaner gör det dem till alternativhistoria.
June 22, 2019
The reign of Commodus was a very interesting time, so it's great to read a series of books set then, particularly with an author who takes great care to adhere to historical accuracy where possible and appropriate. This second book develops Rufinus further, with a plot full of action and intrigue. Well-paced, with a good mix of serious moments and humour.
January 13, 2016
Mr. Turney does it again....full review soon.
Despite the fact that I am a couple decades(more or less) older than Mr. Turney, I want to be able to write like him when I grow up. Praetorian - The Price of Treason is a fine example of how an author combines research, history and imagination to produce a book that not only rings true but has that quality that draws the reader into the world he is reading about. Rufinus survived everything thrown at him in book 1 but has paid the price both physically and emotionally. One aspect where Mr. Turney shines is character development and he leads the reader through the agonies Rufinus suffers as he struggles to maintain a grip on reality. Another strong point of the author is his ability as a storyteller and in The Price of Treason, he gives us a great plot full of surprises (I thought I had things figured out a couple of times only to be reduced to thinking, "I didn't see that coming."). So, if you are looking for a story steeped in the political intrigue of the Roman world of the Emperor Commodus, filled with all sorts of interesting people and a flawed yet heroic protagonist, then run to your nearest bookstore or wifi connection and get this one; a first class page turner. 5 stars
Despite the fact that I am a couple decades(more or less) older than Mr. Turney, I want to be able to write like him when I grow up. Praetorian - The Price of Treason is a fine example of how an author combines research, history and imagination to produce a book that not only rings true but has that quality that draws the reader into the world he is reading about. Rufinus survived everything thrown at him in book 1 but has paid the price both physically and emotionally. One aspect where Mr. Turney shines is character development and he leads the reader through the agonies Rufinus suffers as he struggles to maintain a grip on reality. Another strong point of the author is his ability as a storyteller and in The Price of Treason, he gives us a great plot full of surprises (I thought I had things figured out a couple of times only to be reduced to thinking, "I didn't see that coming."). So, if you are looking for a story steeped in the political intrigue of the Roman world of the Emperor Commodus, filled with all sorts of interesting people and a flawed yet heroic protagonist, then run to your nearest bookstore or wifi connection and get this one; a first class page turner. 5 stars
January 3, 2016
Review
Once again Simon Turney has managed to pull off a brilliant book. I was lucky enough to read book one of this series as it was created, and really enjoyed its difference from Marius Mules.
What i find the biggest surprise with book two is the difference again from Book 1 the Great Game , it is a much much darker and deeper plot line as Rufinus deals with the fall out from his escapades in the Great Game. Turney covers many subjects, from PTSD to addiction.
full review: https://parmenionbooks.wordpress.com/...
Once again Simon Turney has managed to pull off a brilliant book. I was lucky enough to read book one of this series as it was created, and really enjoyed its difference from Marius Mules.
What i find the biggest surprise with book two is the difference again from Book 1 the Great Game , it is a much much darker and deeper plot line as Rufinus deals with the fall out from his escapades in the Great Game. Turney covers many subjects, from PTSD to addiction.
full review: https://parmenionbooks.wordpress.com/...
January 18, 2018
Wow! What an absorbing tale.
This was a first class story, of intrigue, killing (judicial and otherwise), political machinations and more twists and turns than you would see in a football match. S.J.A. Turney has produced a well crafted and researched story. Thoroughly recommended.
This was a first class story, of intrigue, killing (judicial and otherwise), political machinations and more twists and turns than you would see in a football match. S.J.A. Turney has produced a well crafted and researched story. Thoroughly recommended.
August 18, 2019
This is the second book in Praetorian, Turney’s Roman historical series, and it is unusual in that Turney is one of the exceedingly rare self-published authors to whom I have returned and, no doubt, will return to again in the future.
Rufinus is back on duty in the Praetorian Guard but definitely not fully recovered from his trials at the end of the first book, The Great Game, when he is asked to go on a seemingly simple courier mission to deliver letters to the two sons of Perennis, the politically besieged commander of the Praetorian Guard. In Pannonia he and his friends discover much that they really would rather not have known and a race is on to get back to Rome in time to avert disaster.
These books are well researched and yet tend to take a slightly different tack to the generally accepted history of the time, all explained and justified by Turney in an author’s note at the end of the book, where he also apologises for finishing the book with the evil antagonist still at large, but what can you do when the historical records are quite adamant that he should indeed still be around? Sadly this made for a slightly less than satisfactory, if realistic, ending.
Along the way Turney tells the story with a generally fluid hand and well developed characters, though my one big complaint with his writing style is that those characters always seem to be extremes; the best, the clumsiest, the smartest, the most stupid and that’s just Rufinus, the main protagonist. Unusually for a self-published book Turney’s editing is generally good; not perfect, but the errors only appear occasionally rather than on every page, making it rather more liveable with than many I have had the displeasure of battling with. However, I think he does need a good editor to rein in his tendency to sometimes drift off into descriptions too detailed to be easily palatable. Particularly when describing fights where often excessive descriptions of all the options available to Rufinus are laid out in pedantic and wordy detail mid fight, usually followed with a statement along the lines of “all this flashed through Rufinus’s mind in brief seconds before…”
Despite the few grumbles this is good solid historical fiction, if a little too heroically Boy’s Own at times, and it makes for good easy reading.
Rufinus is back on duty in the Praetorian Guard but definitely not fully recovered from his trials at the end of the first book, The Great Game, when he is asked to go on a seemingly simple courier mission to deliver letters to the two sons of Perennis, the politically besieged commander of the Praetorian Guard. In Pannonia he and his friends discover much that they really would rather not have known and a race is on to get back to Rome in time to avert disaster.
These books are well researched and yet tend to take a slightly different tack to the generally accepted history of the time, all explained and justified by Turney in an author’s note at the end of the book, where he also apologises for finishing the book with the evil antagonist still at large, but what can you do when the historical records are quite adamant that he should indeed still be around? Sadly this made for a slightly less than satisfactory, if realistic, ending.
Along the way Turney tells the story with a generally fluid hand and well developed characters, though my one big complaint with his writing style is that those characters always seem to be extremes; the best, the clumsiest, the smartest, the most stupid and that’s just Rufinus, the main protagonist. Unusually for a self-published book Turney’s editing is generally good; not perfect, but the errors only appear occasionally rather than on every page, making it rather more liveable with than many I have had the displeasure of battling with. However, I think he does need a good editor to rein in his tendency to sometimes drift off into descriptions too detailed to be easily palatable. Particularly when describing fights where often excessive descriptions of all the options available to Rufinus are laid out in pedantic and wordy detail mid fight, usually followed with a statement along the lines of “all this flashed through Rufinus’s mind in brief seconds before…”
Despite the few grumbles this is good solid historical fiction, if a little too heroically Boy’s Own at times, and it makes for good easy reading.
April 13, 2019
Glad I didn't read this until now
This book leaves you wanting to jump straight into the next.. I don't want to say much about it for fear of spoilers but I enjoyed it immensely and glad I have already got the rest of the series because I would hate waiting for the next. Now if you will excuse me, I am going to jump right into the next book 😁
This book leaves you wanting to jump straight into the next.. I don't want to say much about it for fear of spoilers but I enjoyed it immensely and glad I have already got the rest of the series because I would hate waiting for the next. Now if you will excuse me, I am going to jump right into the next book 😁
April 28, 2019
The Price of a Good Book
Having won subscription to Kindle Unlimited, I decided to take a punt on Tourney having read almost all the other authors of the period.
It was a gift from the Gods. More in tone with Jackson and Riches than Scarrow, it doesn't have nice endings or easily fitted scenarios. It's rough, tough and mean. No rigid morality, just a great read.
Having won subscription to Kindle Unlimited, I decided to take a punt on Tourney having read almost all the other authors of the period.
It was a gift from the Gods. More in tone with Jackson and Riches than Scarrow, it doesn't have nice endings or easily fitted scenarios. It's rough, tough and mean. No rigid morality, just a great read.
September 30, 2021
This crap with the slave girl (Senova or Denova or Remora or whatever her name is) is more irritating than I know how to articulate.
“He almost missed the flash of pale grey as Senova vanished through another door, and he hurried after her, shrugging into his toga for warmth…Rufinus shuddered at the cold wind that whipped the coast mercilessly and huddled with his arms wrapped around him…‘It’s so cold….’”
What a pussy-willow, “shrugging into his toga for warmth.”
Big, bad Praetorian? Izzum hims coldie woldie?
Also, he is given a Beyond Top Secret mission, and apparently the “whole world” including the slave girl already knows about it.
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“He almost missed the flash of pale grey as Senova vanished through another door, and he hurried after her, shrugging into his toga for warmth…Rufinus shuddered at the cold wind that whipped the coast mercilessly and huddled with his arms wrapped around him…‘It’s so cold….’”
What a pussy-willow, “shrugging into his toga for warmth.”
Big, bad Praetorian? Izzum hims coldie woldie?
Also, he is given a Beyond Top Secret mission, and apparently the “whole world” including the slave girl already knows about it.
.
November 18, 2020
Another death defying, reckless journey
The character of the main protagonist is now established. A true man of honour - but not perfect. These two characteristics allow him to get involved in all sorts of intrigue and daring do. A ripping yarn.
The character of the main protagonist is now established. A true man of honour - but not perfect. These two characteristics allow him to get involved in all sorts of intrigue and daring do. A ripping yarn.
August 12, 2021
The price of treason
What a book. Continuing the story of the young guard. So many twists & turns. As a true hero he always finds a way to get out of things. Even when he’s facing certain death he finds a way to escape.
What a book. Continuing the story of the young guard. So many twists & turns. As a true hero he always finds a way to get out of things. Even when he’s facing certain death he finds a way to escape.
September 11, 2025
Plausible plot
A well told story with well developed characters. Good twists and turns keep you interested. Only criticism would be fight sequences are overly long and somewhat repetitive
A well told story with well developed characters. Good twists and turns keep you interested. Only criticism would be fight sequences are overly long and somewhat repetitive
September 25, 2025
Very good historical fiction
This is a wonderful very well written series relating to the 185 AD era of the Roman Empire. Very action packed and intriguing . No putting down an SJA Turney book.
This is a wonderful very well written series relating to the 185 AD era of the Roman Empire. Very action packed and intriguing . No putting down an SJA Turney book.
October 12, 2025
Good Read
Excellent story line and protagonist. Rufinus is quite the character. The only criticism is more just the depressing recognition that treachery in politics was actually worse in Ancient Rome than it is today in D.C.
Excellent story line and protagonist. Rufinus is quite the character. The only criticism is more just the depressing recognition that treachery in politics was actually worse in Ancient Rome than it is today in D.C.
April 30, 2018
Couldn't put it down
Very easy to read and keep the reader interest until the last page with some twists in the story kept me awake a few nights
Very easy to read and keep the reader interest until the last page with some twists in the story kept me awake a few nights
September 30, 2018
Very very good
Recommended yes !!
As with all Turney novels well researched and a bloody good yarn built around the truth
Looking forward to reading the next episode
Recommended yes !!
As with all Turney novels well researched and a bloody good yarn built around the truth
Looking forward to reading the next episode
March 23, 2019
As Good As Book #1
Action, adventure, plots, within plots all in rousing sequel to the first book in the series! Great read as well as a fun read
Action, adventure, plots, within plots all in rousing sequel to the first book in the series! Great read as well as a fun read
April 5, 2019
Fantastic
His storytelling puts the reader right in each scene heat cold, blood guts it's all real. Hard to put down
His storytelling puts the reader right in each scene heat cold, blood guts it's all real. Hard to put down
August 4, 2021
Fantastic! Thoroughly enjoying this series...onto number 3 with haste :)
February 4, 2023
always a great story teller !
Never had a bad read with Mr Turney … I can’t wait for the next one ! Slainte ! 👍
Never had a bad read with Mr Turney … I can’t wait for the next one ! Slainte ! 👍
August 23, 2025
Treason
You begin to understand the way of things then everything changes. On more our favorite preatorian finds himself in a world of complications.
You begin to understand the way of things then everything changes. On more our favorite preatorian finds himself in a world of complications.
November 20, 2025
An absolutely great read.
This book valves as you red it. Suspicious NAd intrigue in every paragraph lol hol you enraptured while you expectantly wait for the next chapter.
This book valves as you red it. Suspicious NAd intrigue in every paragraph lol hol you enraptured while you expectantly wait for the next chapter.
April 16, 2016
I am a fan of Simon Turney; his Marius' Mules, Ottoman and Tales of Empire series' have all been hugely entertaining. This series, however, is not working so well for me. It has a lot going for it: a setting that is a bit different to most Roman-set fiction, lots of political manoeuvrings and a great dog as one of the main characters! The first book set up the era and the main character's place in it and this volume follows on from it directly. Rufinus, a member of the Praetorian Guard is out for revenge, if he can overcome his drug addiction, and is sent on a dangerous mission by a man who may - or may not - be a traitor. The author writes with his usual assured style, but ultimately it falls down for me by stretching credibility too far, too often. In fiction, 'heroes' always have their superhuman moments, but there are too many occasions in this book where events are barely believable. This means that all suspense disappears, as all the main characters seem to be able to escape any situation. By the end, I had lost any real involvement in their lives, and that, for me, is a major disappointment. I will read the next volume when it appears, but with less anticipation than new episodes in the author's other works.
July 2, 2016
This sequel is every bit as good as its predecessor, if not better. The fascinating journey of Rufinus in service of to the Praetorian Guard continues. New characters, new place and new challenges to overcome. Rufinus has some changes in himself, changes that can change the course of his life irreversibly. The intrigue and power struggle between the Emperor's favorites, Perennis and Cleander threaten to destroy every bit of Rufinus he holds as his own, including his sense of honor and justice.
"The Price of Treason" is excellently crafted like its predecessor. New places, especially the grand aqueducts of Rome, have been detailed. The "grain-men" make a comeback. Some legionaries from far-flung Britannia are involved as well. Rufinus has both friends and enemies in the Guard. This book doesn't feature the Emperor as much as in the first book, but both Perennis and Cleander are heavily involved.
A worthy sequel which keeps me waiting for more adventures of Rufinus in the third instalment.
"The Price of Treason" is excellently crafted like its predecessor. New places, especially the grand aqueducts of Rome, have been detailed. The "grain-men" make a comeback. Some legionaries from far-flung Britannia are involved as well. Rufinus has both friends and enemies in the Guard. This book doesn't feature the Emperor as much as in the first book, but both Perennis and Cleander are heavily involved.
A worthy sequel which keeps me waiting for more adventures of Rufinus in the third instalment.
July 29, 2017
I will have to read this again
Unfortunately I know for myself the effects of large doses of opioids,having been given many in my numerous hospitalizations. I have been fortunate enough to follow my Drs advice and not become addicted, but the haziness and unreality of life that Gnaeus alludes to are far too familiar. As always,the research is fabulous, with the sources specified in case anyone (like me!) wishes to read them. I have the feeling this is even a better book than I think it was, as the concentration on the opioids caused me to distance a bit. So I shall be reading it again, and adding more detail to my review. I found it an uncomfortable read; mostly, I think, because Gnaeus is not so innocent anymore and is doing what we all end up doing-basically the best we can- while trying to live up to our ethics and pull away from our baser instincts. His confusion and pain in coping with what life has handed him came through very clearly.
Unfortunately I know for myself the effects of large doses of opioids,having been given many in my numerous hospitalizations. I have been fortunate enough to follow my Drs advice and not become addicted, but the haziness and unreality of life that Gnaeus alludes to are far too familiar. As always,the research is fabulous, with the sources specified in case anyone (like me!) wishes to read them. I have the feeling this is even a better book than I think it was, as the concentration on the opioids caused me to distance a bit. So I shall be reading it again, and adding more detail to my review. I found it an uncomfortable read; mostly, I think, because Gnaeus is not so innocent anymore and is doing what we all end up doing-basically the best we can- while trying to live up to our ethics and pull away from our baser instincts. His confusion and pain in coping with what life has handed him came through very clearly.
February 8, 2016
And so Rufinus' journey continues through the reign of the Emporer Commodus. As with the first book in the series, The Great Game the series continues at a ripping pace. I won't give anything away, but fans of Rufinus will enjoy this. I am getting fond of the hound Acheron, fast becoming a hero of the piece.
Strongly recommended.
Strongly recommended.
October 15, 2016
Another great book
This book was full of suspense, action, and wonderful characters albeit some who are evil down to their boots. The book is, of course, written well and researched throughly and that research gave me the feeling of being there.
Master Turney has given us another fine book.
This book was full of suspense, action, and wonderful characters albeit some who are evil down to their boots. The book is, of course, written well and researched throughly and that research gave me the feeling of being there.
Master Turney has given us another fine book.
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