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The Thrice Named Man #8
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The year is 254 AD and the Roman Empire is on the brink of 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.
Far to the north, the most powerful tribe of the Germani stirs from its slumber and takes up the sword. When the ripples of war push the Marcomanni across the border, our hero goes north to honour old friendships, but ends up sacrificing more than he had bargained for.
Emperor Valerian gathers a mighty army and calls Lucius and his friends to the East. By force and cunning they attempt to wrest Syria from the clutches of the shahanshah. Lucius soon finds himself in Ctesiphon, the capital of the Sasanian Empire. He makes a chilling discovery, which not only places the Empire in danger, but also the lives of his friends and family.
One by one the enemies of Rome are subjugated. For the first time in decades it seems like stability and peace are returning to the Empire. Lucius is called to Rome, to be honoured, but Arash has other plans. He is forced to make a pact with the god of war and fire, a pact which can only be repaid in blood.
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.
Far to the north, the most powerful tribe of the Germani stirs from its slumber and takes up the sword. When the ripples of war push the Marcomanni across the border, our hero goes north to honour old friendships, but ends up sacrificing more than he had bargained for.
Emperor Valerian gathers a mighty army and calls Lucius and his friends to the East. By force and cunning they attempt to wrest Syria from the clutches of the shahanshah. Lucius soon finds himself in Ctesiphon, the capital of the Sasanian Empire. He makes a chilling discovery, which not only places the Empire in danger, but also the lives of his friends and family.
One by one the enemies of Rome are subjugated. For the first time in decades it seems like stability and peace are returning to the Empire. Lucius is called to Rome, to be honoured, but Arash has other plans. He is forced to make a pact with the god of war and fire, a pact which can only be repaid in blood.
384 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 2, 2020
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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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Displaying 1 - 16 of 16 reviews
December 8, 2020
Insufficient
This is one of the few series that I can pick up the latest book and jump right in without having to read the final chapters of the previous book. That how much this storyline has me enthralled. And it is insufficient because it ended. And I have to wait for more.
This is one of the few series that I can pick up the latest book and jump right in without having to read the final chapters of the previous book. That how much this storyline has me enthralled. And it is insufficient because it ended. And I have to wait for more.
March 12, 2021
Yet Another Smash Hit
Miller has once again given us a great historical read about the "Thrice Named Man" that coincides seamlessly with Roman history. I eagerly await more in this series!
Miller has once again given us a great historical read about the "Thrice Named Man" that coincides seamlessly with Roman history. I eagerly await more in this series!
April 16, 2021
Entralling and Exciting
Entralling, exciting taking the reader through a range of emotions, and the black humour had me bursting out laughing. The story is so captivating that it transports you those times. Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant ... cant wait for the next one.
Entralling, exciting taking the reader through a range of emotions, and the black humour had me bursting out laughing. The story is so captivating that it transports you those times. Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant ... cant wait for the next one.
April 22, 2021
Always leave them wanting more this book does that in spades. Can't wait for the next book in the series.
Always leave them wanting more. This book does that in spades. Can't wait for the next book in the series. This author is up there with David Gemmil.
Always leave them wanting more. This book does that in spades. Can't wait for the next book in the series. This author is up there with David Gemmil.
May 27, 2021
Life of Aurelian
This continues the gripping story of the great half Roman half barbarian general who became an emperor who reunified and bolstered The Roman Empire. It is well written and inspiring. Unfortunately each book ends with a cliffhanger.
This continues the gripping story of the great half Roman half barbarian general who became an emperor who reunified and bolstered The Roman Empire. It is well written and inspiring. Unfortunately each book ends with a cliffhanger.
November 11, 2020
Fantastic
I truly love this series. I can’t wait for the next installment. Keep up the good work Mr. Miller and thank you!
I truly love this series. I can’t wait for the next installment. Keep up the good work Mr. Miller and thank you!
November 17, 2020
Action Packed!
With every new installment, these keep getting better. Hard to put down as the action starts and never lets up. I cant wait for the next one.
With every new installment, these keep getting better. Hard to put down as the action starts and never lets up. I cant wait for the next one.
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January 14, 2021Hector Miller writes great historical fiction. Well researched. Great character development.
March 2, 2021
Another good book
Can't wait for the 9th book in the series. The books are an easy read with many great characters and adventures.
Can't wait for the 9th book in the series. The books are an easy read with many great characters and adventures.
July 2, 2021
Exciting continuation of the story
Well thought out continuation of this exciting saga of Rome and the people and tribes that shaped the history of the world.
Well thought out continuation of this exciting saga of Rome and the people and tribes that shaped the history of the world.
August 17, 2021
Contrived
Seemed like a whole bunch of individual stories that were mashed together. There didn't seem to be any consistent theme or story line.
Seemed like a whole bunch of individual stories that were mashed together. There didn't seem to be any consistent theme or story line.
August 31, 2021
Another cracker
Excellent series of books not bothered by historical time lines but in the general feeling of authenticity in the characters good reading
Excellent series of books not bothered by historical time lines but in the general feeling of authenticity in the characters good reading
October 11, 2021
Another Good Read
Solid history, I miss the days of Domitus the foot soldier but as he climbs the ranks the plot thickens and I love it.
Solid history, I miss the days of Domitus the foot soldier but as he climbs the ranks the plot thickens and I love it.
April 11, 2022
Another fantastic read
Yet again Hector Miller has provided the reader with another fast paced outstanding ride and leaves is wanting more,thank you
Yet again Hector Miller has provided the reader with another fast paced outstanding ride and leaves is wanting more,thank you
July 16, 2025
- a cut (no pun intended) above the rest which were also enjoyable.
December 29, 2020
I have enjoyed the series. Each book was as good or better than the previous. I look forward to nest is one is published
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