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The Tenth-Volume II
In VOLUME II of THE TENTH, the men of the Tenth Section, First Century, Second Cohort of Julius’ Caesar’s new 10TH Legion have survived the grueling training of the Roman Legions, and embark on Caesar’s campaign against the rebelling tribes of Hispania. As Titus Pullus and his new comrades will learn, as harsh and unforgiving as their training was, nothing can prepare them for the trial of combat, while experiencing the horrors and pain of losing comrades, witnessing the many gruesome ways there are to die in their world. Almost as disorienting for some is what it means to be the victor, where mercy is considered at best a useless quality, and at worst a weakness, as the new veterans learn about the darkness that resides within some of them as Caesar’s army methodically crushes the rebellion.
They will also be exposed to the lot of the soldier of any age; days and weeks of mind-numbing boredom spent choking down dust as they pursue their quarry, ending each day on the march engaging in the back-breaking labor of constructing the famed Legion marching camp, punctuated by moments of terror, either in the form of an assault on a fortified town, or by sudden ambush by a wily, dangerous foe.
Titus and the other new men will also learn that those men who boast about the deeds they will perform in combat rarely live up to them, if ever, while some men go even further, engaging in acts of cowardice that force their comrades to consider taking drastic action, including a member of their own section, forcing them to make a decision about whether or not to report their comrade to their Centurion, Gaius Crastinus, or take matters into their own hand.
However, one member of the Tenth Section in particular will distinguish himself, over and above even the lofty expectations of some of his comrades and of his officers, and it is this campaign that will mark the true beginning of the legend of Titus Pullus, when he was just another member of the Tenth Section of the First Century of the Second Cohort of a Legion that would go on to attain legendary status on its own
They will also be exposed to the lot of the soldier of any age; days and weeks of mind-numbing boredom spent choking down dust as they pursue their quarry, ending each day on the march engaging in the back-breaking labor of constructing the famed Legion marching camp, punctuated by moments of terror, either in the form of an assault on a fortified town, or by sudden ambush by a wily, dangerous foe.
Titus and the other new men will also learn that those men who boast about the deeds they will perform in combat rarely live up to them, if ever, while some men go even further, engaging in acts of cowardice that force their comrades to consider taking drastic action, including a member of their own section, forcing them to make a decision about whether or not to report their comrade to their Centurion, Gaius Crastinus, or take matters into their own hand.
However, one member of the Tenth Section in particular will distinguish himself, over and above even the lofty expectations of some of his comrades and of his officers, and it is this campaign that will mark the true beginning of the legend of Titus Pullus, when he was just another member of the Tenth Section of the First Century of the Second Cohort of a Legion that would go on to attain legendary status on its own
- GenresHistorical Fiction
439 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 29, 2022
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 - 8 of 8 reviews
August 11, 2022
In the 10th Vol 1 we see a military unit born. In Vol 2 we read about a military unit seeing its first combat. We see the characters grow into strong young men. Some are pure soldier some retain their bad civilian youth habits. They are people we want to know more about. I hope soon.
There is great detail in the book, but it flows, making you want to see the rapids ahead. You learn obscure things about being a Roman soldier and keep hoping to learn more. You learn leadership, you experience camaraderie, you can even learn how to cheat at dice. We already know Tullus is a hero, a big strong youth. Now we watch him start to mature into the leader he will become. Being an old soldier myself, the situations and the men remind me of some soldiers I knew. All in all, Mr Peake gets us up a peak then helps us down the peak.
I am eager for Vol 3.
There is great detail in the book, but it flows, making you want to see the rapids ahead. You learn obscure things about being a Roman soldier and keep hoping to learn more. You learn leadership, you experience camaraderie, you can even learn how to cheat at dice. We already know Tullus is a hero, a big strong youth. Now we watch him start to mature into the leader he will become. Being an old soldier myself, the situations and the men remind me of some soldiers I knew. All in all, Mr Peake gets us up a peak then helps us down the peak.
I am eager for Vol 3.
August 4, 2023
About halfway through this book it struck me why so much of the story was resonating with me. I served in the Army and what these books, both I & II have captured is the human side of a small military unit with diverse skills, personalities and reasons for being there. Were I younger and my memory better I could probably put a 20th century name to each of these characters, having served and lived with them for most of two years. Clearly, R. W. Peake's own military experience is shared in these pages, adding a level of credibility few authors are able to match. If you're a Vet, you'll love this series.
June 10, 2022
R.W. Peake does it again
Another great addition to the MWC pantheon. Love the new insights into Spurius Didius and Marcus Atilius. And very much appreciated the eyewitness accounts of Titus’ first big “Mars On Earth” episode. Titus Pullus is an intriguing, nuanced giant of the Historical Fiction genre.
Another great addition to the MWC pantheon. Love the new insights into Spurius Didius and Marcus Atilius. And very much appreciated the eyewitness accounts of Titus’ first big “Mars On Earth” episode. Titus Pullus is an intriguing, nuanced giant of the Historical Fiction genre.
October 20, 2022
An excellent read
I've read all the Marching with Caesar books and am enjoying the Titus Pullus (the Tenth) books .
Having served in the British forces I was not surprised to find that the in camp story was almost real as it was when I served.
Can't wait until the next is released to to find out the next chapter in Titus's story unfolds.
I've read all the Marching with Caesar books and am enjoying the Titus Pullus (the Tenth) books .
Having served in the British forces I was not surprised to find that the in camp story was almost real as it was when I served.
Can't wait until the next is released to to find out the next chapter in Titus's story unfolds.
June 21, 2022
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I'm missing something that makes sense
October 20, 2022
Fascinating saga
Just finished the 2nd instalment of the saga of the Tenth Legion. Fascinating stuff, legion storyline warts and all. Cannot wait for the next instalment.
Just finished the 2nd instalment of the saga of the Tenth Legion. Fascinating stuff, legion storyline warts and all. Cannot wait for the next instalment.
November 10, 2022
Not great.
After reading all the Pullus books and then these 2 books of the 10th I feel let down, Would I get the next book, ??.
After reading all the Pullus books and then these 2 books of the 10th I feel let down, Would I get the next book, ??.
July 23, 2023
Good stuff
Best depiction of fighting in the Roman legions. Characters were well developed and easy to identify with. Overall, good story.
Best depiction of fighting in the Roman legions. Characters were well developed and easy to identify with. Overall, good story.
Displaying 1 - 8 of 8 reviews