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Marching With Caesar #15
Avenging Varus Part I
“Is it true?”
With these words, Giulia Livinius Volusenus knows her son’s world has been turned upside down with the revelation that the respected Roman Centurion, Titus Pullus, is his father. Even worse, Giulia knows that Gnaeus’ newfound knowledge means that her former, and recently reunited, lover is dead.
Now everything Gnaeus Volusensus previously thought to be true about himself is to be questioned and revised. He has decisions to make that will affect his future and that of his yet-to-be-born children. There are also new Pullus relatives who bring with them a whole host of challenges, and threats.
Meanwhile, with the mutinies by the Legions on the Rhine and in Pannonia finally quelled, Rome’s new Emperor Tiberius has turned his attention to avenging the slaughter of Publius Quintilius Varus and three Legions under his command by the Cherusci chieftain Arminius. It will prove to be an extremely trying time, not just for the Army of the Rhine, but for the Fourth Cohort of the 1st Germania, especially for Titus Pullus and the young Equestrian Centurion Gnaeus Volusenus.
In this fifteenth installment of the bestselling Marching With Caesar series, the final months of Pullus’ life are explored. What events led up to his death? How did he save Volusensus by sacrificing his own life? Most importantly, will Volusensus be able to carry on the Pullus tradition of leadership in Roman Legions?
With these words, Giulia Livinius Volusenus knows her son’s world has been turned upside down with the revelation that the respected Roman Centurion, Titus Pullus, is his father. Even worse, Giulia knows that Gnaeus’ newfound knowledge means that her former, and recently reunited, lover is dead.
Now everything Gnaeus Volusensus previously thought to be true about himself is to be questioned and revised. He has decisions to make that will affect his future and that of his yet-to-be-born children. There are also new Pullus relatives who bring with them a whole host of challenges, and threats.
Meanwhile, with the mutinies by the Legions on the Rhine and in Pannonia finally quelled, Rome’s new Emperor Tiberius has turned his attention to avenging the slaughter of Publius Quintilius Varus and three Legions under his command by the Cherusci chieftain Arminius. It will prove to be an extremely trying time, not just for the Army of the Rhine, but for the Fourth Cohort of the 1st Germania, especially for Titus Pullus and the young Equestrian Centurion Gnaeus Volusenus.
In this fifteenth installment of the bestselling Marching With Caesar series, the final months of Pullus’ life are explored. What events led up to his death? How did he save Volusensus by sacrificing his own life? Most importantly, will Volusensus be able to carry on the Pullus tradition of leadership in Roman Legions?
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First published March 20, 2019
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About the author
R.W. Peake
51 books107 followersThe first adult author with whom RW Peake developed a long-term relationship
was Louis L’Amour, whose body of work shaped his life philosophy.
After retiring from the Marines, RW proceeded to earn a BA in History from
the Honors College at the University of Houston.
Although RW wrote a novel as a kid, he didn't publish his first novel until
age 50.
In addition to is time in the Marines, and before the tech bubble burst in 2000, he was
a paper millionaire in the software industry.
A native Houstonian, RW recently relocated to the Olympic Peninsula of
Washington, where he lives with his yellow Lab, Sadie.
was Louis L’Amour, whose body of work shaped his life philosophy.
After retiring from the Marines, RW proceeded to earn a BA in History from
the Honors College at the University of Houston.
Although RW wrote a novel as a kid, he didn't publish his first novel until
age 50.
In addition to is time in the Marines, and before the tech bubble burst in 2000, he was
a paper millionaire in the software industry.
A native Houstonian, RW recently relocated to the Olympic Peninsula of
Washington, where he lives with his yellow Lab, Sadie.
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Displaying 1 - 14 of 14 reviews
July 13, 2020
Rivetting
This instalment of the Pullus family story is just as interesting, surprising and page turning as any of the others. What I, and many other readers no doubt, suspected finally see the light of day. Not, perhaps in the way many would wish but this sets forth the ripples that we will see effect the Pullus family in the next instalment. This whole series has been a real not to read
This instalment of the Pullus family story is just as interesting, surprising and page turning as any of the others. What I, and many other readers no doubt, suspected finally see the light of day. Not, perhaps in the way many would wish but this sets forth the ripples that we will see effect the Pullus family in the next instalment. This whole series has been a real not to read
April 10, 2019
This book 15 of Mr. Peake's series about the lineage of Roman soldiers named Pullus. This is a particularly hard book to read if you follow the series. The last book ended with the death of Titus and this leads us through his last days. Every chapter has you wondering if it was the last of Titus Pullus. When it is the last you can't help shed a tear or two.
January 4, 2020
Another great addition to the series.
Peake is good at pulling each set of emotional strings with this entry in the saga of the Pullus family. Even though fans will have known the outcome from the ending of the last book, it’s still a testament of his writing skill that one feels the impact of the conclusion regardless. Highly recommended read.
Peake is good at pulling each set of emotional strings with this entry in the saga of the Pullus family. Even though fans will have known the outcome from the ending of the last book, it’s still a testament of his writing skill that one feels the impact of the conclusion regardless. Highly recommended read.
April 23, 2019
I always recommend Peake’s books to my army buds - he makes history come alive in a very real and very visceral way.
I thought I'd be pissed sat the death of Pullus, but his story arc felt "right".
Well done. I can't wait for the next book!
I thought I'd be pissed sat the death of Pullus, but his story arc felt "right".
Well done. I can't wait for the next book!
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May 1, 2019
Overjoyed when I noticed this book featured the actual history rather than the alternative history. It was a long wait. Exceptionally captivating and nearly impossible to put down. Hurry of with part 2!
June 11, 2019
Another great addition to the series.
Yet again another great addition. There were parts where I was genuinely sad. Bravo to the author for allowing me to become so attached to the characters. I eagerly await the next installment.
Yet again another great addition. There were parts where I was genuinely sad. Bravo to the author for allowing me to become so attached to the characters. I eagerly await the next installment.
February 24, 2022
Too political
Too much about interpersonal relationships and not enough about Roman history and war. Keeping track of all the characters over multiple generations is getting difficult.
Too much about interpersonal relationships and not enough about Roman history and war. Keeping track of all the characters over multiple generations is getting difficult.
April 21, 2019
Loved it can't wait for the next
April 28, 2019
Yet Another Great Book
I have read them all and this book is as good as the very first one. Try this story and you will surprised.
I have read them all and this book is as good as the very first one. Try this story and you will surprised.
May 23, 2019
Finally!
I'm glad he's back on track with a story in the real history of the legions. More, soon I hope.
I'm glad he's back on track with a story in the real history of the legions. More, soon I hope.
August 5, 2019
Outstanding
I just love the detail that the author goes into. You feel totally immersed in the actual day to day life in the legions. Brilliant.
I just love the detail that the author goes into. You feel totally immersed in the actual day to day life in the legions. Brilliant.
September 7, 2019
The Best Yet
Wow. This was a wonderful story, skillfully woven. Despite readers knowing what will happen, the author manages to keep us turning pages.
Wow. This was a wonderful story, skillfully woven. Despite readers knowing what will happen, the author manages to keep us turning pages.
July 26, 2020
This series are written with gr8 research; well do'n
Sincerely.William
Sincerely.William
September 5, 2021
A guilty pleasure
Always loved reading about this era. It is a fascinating time in human history. It is one of my favorite guilty pleasures
Always loved reading about this era. It is a fascinating time in human history. It is one of my favorite guilty pleasures
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