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The year is 249 AD and the Roman Empire is falling down a precipice.
It will take a man with iron in his veins to set things right, and accomplish the impossible.
From a humble upbringing, a boy emerges who is destined to change history.
This is the story of Lucius Domitius Aurelianus.
Part VI: Roman
The horde of the Scythians cross the frozen Danube to do the bidding of Eochar the Merciless. Their raid strikes deep into the Empire, into the heart of Thracia.
Decius gathers his legions to crush the barbarian menace once and for all, assembling an army the likes of which the Empire has rarely seen.
The emperor is no fool and soon the Scythians retreat before the might of the legions.
Has Eochar met his match, or will the horde triumph? Will the death of his father be avenged?
Will Lucius Domitius finally become a man of peace, or does the god of war have other plans?
It will take a man with iron in his veins to set things right, and accomplish the impossible.
From a humble upbringing, a boy emerges who is destined to change history.
This is the story of Lucius Domitius Aurelianus.
Part VI: Roman
The horde of the Scythians cross the frozen Danube to do the bidding of Eochar the Merciless. Their raid strikes deep into the Empire, into the heart of Thracia.
Decius gathers his legions to crush the barbarian menace once and for all, assembling an army the likes of which the Empire has rarely seen.
The emperor is no fool and soon the Scythians retreat before the might of the legions.
Has Eochar met his match, or will the horde triumph? Will the death of his father be avenged?
Will Lucius Domitius finally become a man of peace, or does the god of war have other plans?
350 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 10, 2019
307 people are currently reading
75 people want to read
About the author
Hector Miller
26 books94 followersHector is a freedman. In 2016 he managed to escape from the corporate world, in which he played the part of a detribalised Chartered Accountant.
Nowadays he hides away in the Garden Route of South Africa with his wife and two daughters.
He is addicted to reading historical novels and his hobbies include hiking, wine and sustaining niggling injuries on the tennis court.
Nowadays he hides away in the Garden Route of South Africa with his wife and two daughters.
He is addicted to reading historical novels and his hobbies include hiking, wine and sustaining niggling injuries on the tennis court.
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January 19, 2020
249 AD
I realized yesterday I had not kept up with the releases of books belonging to "The Thrice Named Man" series by Hector Miller. Now that I am caught up with books 5 & 6, I only have to wait for the seventh book. The books feature truly awesome fight scenes, something I enjoy a whole lot more than gun shot simplicity. These men trained and worked at being proficient killers. There are some losses, though, so that makes for something to look forward to in the next book.
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I realized yesterday I had not kept up with the releases of books belonging to "The Thrice Named Man" series by Hector Miller. Now that I am caught up with books 5 & 6, I only have to wait for the seventh book. The books feature truly awesome fight scenes, something I enjoy a whole lot more than gun shot simplicity. These men trained and worked at being proficient killers. There are some losses, though, so that makes for something to look forward to in the next book.
Kindle Unlimited
August 6, 2023
Inom sin genre är denna väldigt bra. Dock blir genren mer och mer uttalat militärhistorisk fiktion, snarare än generell historisk äventyrsroman. Det gör att jag förlorar en del av den förtjusning som jag tidigare hade vid karaktärerna. Det överlägset bästa med boken är användandet av jaktscenerna för att etablera ledtrådar inför kommande kapitel av boken. Det görs ibland övertydligt, men desto oftare subtilt, och det finns ett hantverksvärde i det. Mitt problem, är att jag inte längre i denna volym ser de element som först fascinerade mig: intergenerations-diskussionerna, kulturnyanserna mellan romerska provinser eller gotiska/sarmatiska stammar, felöversättningar, m.m. Det fanns en allvarlig form av lyteskomik i det, och den gav karaktärerna ett visst djup.
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January 5, 2020I hope paperback will be coming out soon. I'll be looking forward to this one.
February 21, 2021
Decius has claimed the title of Emperor. He has betrayed his oath to previous Emporers and now commenced a campaign of persecution on his own people; Christians. Lucius is still looking for revenge for the atrocities the Roman elite have carried out against his family. The Barbarian hordes and Lords are honour bound to repay Lucius for the his support in previous battles, having brought the support of Arash to deliver them victories. They descend on the Roman Empire hell set on loot and blood but also show compassion to those being persecuted. Later the story moves on, with Lucius tired of war he had his family settle down but the gods have other plans. Needless to say a further twist if fate sees Lucius head back to Rome, and a new character, a young lad Diocles joins Luscious. How are their fates entwined. Read on. Another great book in the series
February 18, 2020
Another satisfying chapter
Miller's craft is now well established and Roman is a satisfying addition to this series. I appreciate his inclusion of historical facts at the end of each book that provide context and an outline of the framework he used in weaving the story we just read, helping us better understand the real versus the likely versus poetic license. I had not heard of Lucius Domitius prior to these books and clearly he was an interesting individual wrapped up in a pivotal period of history. Looking forward to book seven.
Miller's craft is now well established and Roman is a satisfying addition to this series. I appreciate his inclusion of historical facts at the end of each book that provide context and an outline of the framework he used in weaving the story we just read, helping us better understand the real versus the likely versus poetic license. I had not heard of Lucius Domitius prior to these books and clearly he was an interesting individual wrapped up in a pivotal period of history. Looking forward to book seven.
January 1, 2020
Hector Miller does extensive reserarch for his writing. These books in the Thrice Named Man series are proof of this fact. We;; developed characters some based upon real people from the annals of histry and many fictional but all well developed and all interesting. Action, plots within plots and more make for exciting reading...!
December 21, 2019
Roman delivers.
I have read every book in this series and have thoroughly enjoyed each one. Roman also delivers by weaving history with excellent fictional characters and plots. Highly recommend this series!
I have read every book in this series and have thoroughly enjoyed each one. Roman also delivers by weaving history with excellent fictional characters and plots. Highly recommend this series!
January 3, 2020
Great continuation of the series
This book was another great read in the brilliant series. Only drawback that is continue to experience is the books are too short! Can't wait for book seven. Thanks for the ride Hector!
This book was another great read in the brilliant series. Only drawback that is continue to experience is the books are too short! Can't wait for book seven. Thanks for the ride Hector!
January 7, 2020
Excellent telling of Aurelian's story. Recommend the entire series!
Excellent! Well put together, fun, and tries to be historically sensible. A great telling of a very Rom a n story.
Excellent! Well put together, fun, and tries to be historically sensible. A great telling of a very Rom a n story.
January 19, 2020
Best of the Series
I was certain VI would be the last but suddenly I am looking forward to VII. I think the misfortune that Lucius encountered, including the death of Kniva made the story feel a little more real.
I was certain VI would be the last but suddenly I am looking forward to VII. I think the misfortune that Lucius encountered, including the death of Kniva made the story feel a little more real.
April 3, 2020
Need to read the next book
The series has turned into a compulsion. A great telling if a story firmly rooted in history. The author is obviously a vinophile and likes his steaks rare. Mouthwatering descriptions peppered throughout the tale.
The series has turned into a compulsion. A great telling if a story firmly rooted in history. The author is obviously a vinophile and likes his steaks rare. Mouthwatering descriptions peppered throughout the tale.
July 13, 2023
I think there are about 13 books in this series and I have now read the first six in a fortnight and started on the seventh.
If you like ancient history these are definitely for you. They are fantastic.
If you like ancient history these are definitely for you. They are fantastic.
July 29, 2024
There Are So Many Books In The Series…
.. It’s hard to say new things about them. (This is a good thing, though)
The adventures of the master ‘Lucius Domitus Aurelianus’ continue in great form.
(I wonder if they get to educate the Gold thief?)
.. It’s hard to say new things about them. (This is a good thing, though)
The adventures of the master ‘Lucius Domitus Aurelianus’ continue in great form.
(I wonder if they get to educate the Gold thief?)
December 16, 2019
Excellent
This is definitely one of my favorite series but at the same ime one of the series that frustrate me the most. I just don't want it each book to end...
This is definitely one of my favorite series but at the same ime one of the series that frustrate me the most. I just don't want it each book to end...
December 20, 2019
Great read
All the books in the series are really good and this installment is no different. Can’t wait for the next.
All the books in the series are really good and this installment is no different. Can’t wait for the next.
December 23, 2019
Still an awesome series!
This is still so entertaining. The only problem is that the books don't come fast enough! I am waiting for the next one now.
This is still so entertaining. The only problem is that the books don't come fast enough! I am waiting for the next one now.
December 29, 2019
Another fascinating episode in the Trice Named Man series. . I appear to reach the end of these books so quickly. I trust that we will not have to wait too long for the next episode.
December 30, 2019
Brilliant tail
I love this series of books, how he draws you in to the lives of those Tribes who lived on the sea of grass. Looking forward to the next book.
I love this series of books, how he draws you in to the lives of those Tribes who lived on the sea of grass. Looking forward to the next book.
January 7, 2020
Now I have to wait for the next book!
This book is the last one written as a series. I have enjoyed each book, the author is well versed in the history. So I find them to be accurate as well as entertaining . I now have to wait for book number 7!
This book is the last one written as a series. I have enjoyed each book, the author is well versed in the history. So I find them to be accurate as well as entertaining . I now have to wait for book number 7!
January 12, 2020
Making history interesting
A great writing about events in history. Details are not overlooked but the reading does not become tedious but stays interesting
A great writing about events in history. Details are not overlooked but the reading does not become tedious but stays interesting
April 13, 2020
Again
Once again, a thoroughly enjoyable read. All the characters are well portrayed .Can’t wait for the following book. Make it soon.
Once again, a thoroughly enjoyable read. All the characters are well portrayed .Can’t wait for the following book. Make it soon.
June 18, 2020
Excellent! Entire series is HIGHLY recommended for anyone who relishes historic fiction that is based on facts! Enjoy it all!
October 24, 2020
Good series
By book six should know what your getting into. Book did end on a cliff hanger just glad next book already out
By book six should know what your getting into. Book did end on a cliff hanger just glad next book already out
September 19, 2021
Ready to purchase the next novel …..
A really good , fast paced adventure .
As told from the other side of a Roman Legion shield wall …. The Barbarian side , well worth a read !!!
A really good , fast paced adventure .
As told from the other side of a Roman Legion shield wall …. The Barbarian side , well worth a read !!!
September 28, 2021
Another Good Read
This is my sixth review in this series so it's obvious I like this story. This is definitely a good one and I'm looking forward to more!
This is my sixth review in this series so it's obvious I like this story. This is definitely a good one and I'm looking forward to more!
July 29, 2022
Brilliant
The writer is an able storyteller and develop his characters expertly and play them in an well researched arena.
Excellent and without the use of swearing and sex!
The writer is an able storyteller and develop his characters expertly and play them in an well researched arena.
Excellent and without the use of swearing and sex!
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