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Chronicles of an Imperial Legionary Officer #7
The Tiger's Fight
A tarnished legacy. A dangerous mission. An epic destiny…
At long last, the seventh installment of the award-winning Chronicles of an Imperial Legionary Officer series is here!
Ben Stiger, legate of the lost Thirteenth Legion, a nobleman from an infamous family, and born fighter, has defeated the enemy army before Lorium and raised the siege of the city. Having been named emperor, Stiger has traveled to Mal’Zeel and claimed his throne by force, spilling blood in the process and removing those who would steal his right to the Curule Chair.
Stiger is now unquestionably the emperor, the last man standing. Or is he?
Hundreds of miles away, the Cyphan Confederacy’s armies are marching along the coast, moving inexorably toward the capital, leaving a swath of destruction in their wake. Stiger’s army marching up from the south is still weeks away. The newly formed imperial army under the command of General Mechlehnus has marched to strike at the enemy. Mechlehnus has yet to acknowledge Stiger as emperor and may even seek the throne for himself. But that is the least of Stiger’s problems.
The empire is broke. The High Priest has fled with the treasury and Stiger has no idea where the man went. Before his god, the church must confirm and anoint him emperor. But there is no High Priest! In fear for their lives, the senate has left the capital as well, for they backed the usurper Leers, a man Stiger had killed. The dwarven wizard Ogg and the noctalum Menos are missing. Stiger must find them. He needs their help in the struggle to come. Without them, he has no hope of winning. Worse, the Castol have marched south, invading the empire, and sensing weakness, the tribes to the west have assembled and are preparing to attack. Even now, they have an entire legion besieged. He must find a way to break the siege, for the empire needs every sword in the fight to come.
Stiger has finally accepted the mantle of Champion for his god, the High Father. He has come to accept being made emperor, a job he never wanted, and being seen by his men as gods blessed. But has he truly been blessed? Or has Stiger been cursed to a terrible destiny?
The empire is surrounded by enemies, all vying for blood. The situation seems hopeless, but Stiger is not one to give up, not ever. The fight ahead is his fight…the Tiger’s Fight.
The final battle to save the empire and the world has begun!
At long last, the seventh installment of the award-winning Chronicles of an Imperial Legionary Officer series is here!
Ben Stiger, legate of the lost Thirteenth Legion, a nobleman from an infamous family, and born fighter, has defeated the enemy army before Lorium and raised the siege of the city. Having been named emperor, Stiger has traveled to Mal’Zeel and claimed his throne by force, spilling blood in the process and removing those who would steal his right to the Curule Chair.
Stiger is now unquestionably the emperor, the last man standing. Or is he?
Hundreds of miles away, the Cyphan Confederacy’s armies are marching along the coast, moving inexorably toward the capital, leaving a swath of destruction in their wake. Stiger’s army marching up from the south is still weeks away. The newly formed imperial army under the command of General Mechlehnus has marched to strike at the enemy. Mechlehnus has yet to acknowledge Stiger as emperor and may even seek the throne for himself. But that is the least of Stiger’s problems.
The empire is broke. The High Priest has fled with the treasury and Stiger has no idea where the man went. Before his god, the church must confirm and anoint him emperor. But there is no High Priest! In fear for their lives, the senate has left the capital as well, for they backed the usurper Leers, a man Stiger had killed. The dwarven wizard Ogg and the noctalum Menos are missing. Stiger must find them. He needs their help in the struggle to come. Without them, he has no hope of winning. Worse, the Castol have marched south, invading the empire, and sensing weakness, the tribes to the west have assembled and are preparing to attack. Even now, they have an entire legion besieged. He must find a way to break the siege, for the empire needs every sword in the fight to come.
Stiger has finally accepted the mantle of Champion for his god, the High Father. He has come to accept being made emperor, a job he never wanted, and being seen by his men as gods blessed. But has he truly been blessed? Or has Stiger been cursed to a terrible destiny?
The empire is surrounded by enemies, all vying for blood. The situation seems hopeless, but Stiger is not one to give up, not ever. The fight ahead is his fight…the Tiger’s Fight.
The final battle to save the empire and the world has begun!
668 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 1, 2023
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About the author
Marc Alan Edelheit
46 books859 followersBestselling author Marc Edelheit has traveled the world, from Asia to Europe, at one point crossing the border at Check Point Charlie in Berlin toward the end of the Cold War.
Marc is the ultimate history fan and incorporates much of that passion into his work to bring greater realism to his fans. He is also an avid reader, devouring several books per week, ranging from history to science fiction and fantasy.
Marc is the ultimate history fan and incorporates much of that passion into his work to bring greater realism to his fans. He is also an avid reader, devouring several books per week, ranging from history to science fiction and fantasy.
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June 24, 2023
Enjoyed this. It is different point of view that Stiger sees in front look of him. He can't do it all along an has very few people he can trust. He works toured helping his people. An figure out how to keep his solder safe.
Nice work
Nice work
June 15, 2023
Once again Stiger takes us thru his journey, this one being more of political battles and how he begins his new position. As the New Emperor he’s left with nothing but has to still save the Empire and is facing enemy’s all around. No Epic battles like we’ve seen in previous books but lots of surprises and as we know, “where a Stiger goes, death follows”.
June 16, 2023
Excellent Saga
Stiger is Emperor. The Empire under threat from all sides. Their armies are outnumbered. However, Stiger is the High Father's champion. He digs into the politics, military problems, and supernatural machinations to protect the Empire and it's allies. I like the action, humor, military science, and love. I look forward to the next book.
Stiger is Emperor. The Empire under threat from all sides. Their armies are outnumbered. However, Stiger is the High Father's champion. He digs into the politics, military problems, and supernatural machinations to protect the Empire and it's allies. I like the action, humor, military science, and love. I look forward to the next book.
June 4, 2023
Number seven in the series. 3 1\2 stars, rounded down.
This one was just okay. Since Stiger is now emperor, a great portion of this very lengthy book is devoted to politics, the administration of the empire, and a slew of talking. There were a few action scenes but not many. Stiger has formed a coalition of dragons, elves, dwarves, vass (the cool cat people), humans, and gnomes. In addition, he has Dog, Therik the orc and some Paladins (both light and dark). Dog, Therik and Cragg the gnome account for a star just by themselves. I love those three.
My main criticism for the book was the writing style. Specifically, the repetitive words and phrases. This is self-published, but there must have been beta readers. This is not the first book of his that's had this same fault. I don't understand why the beta readers aren't catching these. One phrase was used twenty-three times before I stopped counting. 23!! That's a lot of repetition for one book. I actually didn't count until I was finished the book. Then I did a search on my Kindle and it gave me the matches. Had the writing been checked more thoroughly the story would have been improved. I can't be the only reader irritated by this. I might be the only one to mention it, but I doubt others didn't notice.
I'm on the fence as to whether or not I'll be reading the next when it's published.
This one was just okay. Since Stiger is now emperor, a great portion of this very lengthy book is devoted to politics, the administration of the empire, and a slew of talking. There were a few action scenes but not many. Stiger has formed a coalition of dragons, elves, dwarves, vass (the cool cat people), humans, and gnomes. In addition, he has Dog, Therik the orc and some Paladins (both light and dark). Dog, Therik and Cragg the gnome account for a star just by themselves. I love those three.
My main criticism for the book was the writing style. Specifically, the repetitive words and phrases. This is self-published, but there must have been beta readers. This is not the first book of his that's had this same fault. I don't understand why the beta readers aren't catching these. One phrase was used twenty-three times before I stopped counting. 23!! That's a lot of repetition for one book. I actually didn't count until I was finished the book. Then I did a search on my Kindle and it gave me the matches. Had the writing been checked more thoroughly the story would have been improved. I can't be the only reader irritated by this. I might be the only one to mention it, but I doubt others didn't notice.
I'm on the fence as to whether or not I'll be reading the next when it's published.
October 11, 2024
This series is a wild ride. A perfect blend of military and epic fantasy.
The story continues with Stiger, the new Imperator, going into battle against the tribes.
One of my favorite characters, Dog, has a lot of great moments in this book and I'm happy to see him still at Stiger's site.
I love animal companions and him being not a mere dog, but a creature from Olympus, makes this even better.
There are some answers in this installment of the series, but now and more questions arise. I'm looking forward to reading book 8 and, hopefully, get all the answers I want and need.
If you like military fantasy, magic, different races, intrigues, bloody fights and more, this might just be the perfect series for you.
The story continues with Stiger, the new Imperator, going into battle against the tribes.
One of my favorite characters, Dog, has a lot of great moments in this book and I'm happy to see him still at Stiger's site.
I love animal companions and him being not a mere dog, but a creature from Olympus, makes this even better.
There are some answers in this installment of the series, but now and more questions arise. I'm looking forward to reading book 8 and, hopefully, get all the answers I want and need.
If you like military fantasy, magic, different races, intrigues, bloody fights and more, this might just be the perfect series for you.
December 7, 2025
Sigh
Stiger is in love. And the author will remind you every other chapter if not every chapter. Sometimes he’ll remind you several times per chapter. At 58% of this book, a third of it might be dedicated to Stiger mooning over his newfound love.
I’ve read the other books; while not perfect (after a while you know how a legion fights, no need to repeat it 100 times), they were enjoyable. I am now skipping whole paragraphs of useless filler (not sure if this is considered a pleonasm).
Stiger is in love. And the author will remind you every other chapter if not every chapter. Sometimes he’ll remind you several times per chapter. At 58% of this book, a third of it might be dedicated to Stiger mooning over his newfound love.
I’ve read the other books; while not perfect (after a while you know how a legion fights, no need to repeat it 100 times), they were enjoyable. I am now skipping whole paragraphs of useless filler (not sure if this is considered a pleonasm).
July 30, 2024
Kind if boring until the end of I’m honest
So much talking and drama … I was just bored and took me a while to read through this. I understand the administration problems of an empire but that isn’t really what I care about. Very limited action. And what is it with allowing his pregnant wife to fight after just being injured and being the main key to a new race?!? Seriously. Going to half to wait to read the next one. I was disappointed.
So much talking and drama … I was just bored and took me a while to read through this. I understand the administration problems of an empire but that isn’t really what I care about. Very limited action. And what is it with allowing his pregnant wife to fight after just being injured and being the main key to a new race?!? Seriously. Going to half to wait to read the next one. I was disappointed.
February 26, 2025
Just when you think Marc Alan Edelheit can’t come up with any more new ideas because the previous books in the series are so good, he does it again!
The pacing in this book is a lot better than some of the pacing in Marc’s earlier writing. Despite Stiger’s promotion, he still does a good job of being involved in the fighting enough to still be relevant, coupled with him not being close enough to the fighting without wasting his life, and surveying the battlefield to get a better look at his surroundings without ever before boring.
The pacing in this book is a lot better than some of the pacing in Marc’s earlier writing. Despite Stiger’s promotion, he still does a good job of being involved in the fighting enough to still be relevant, coupled with him not being close enough to the fighting without wasting his life, and surveying the battlefield to get a better look at his surroundings without ever before boring.
July 25, 2023
Follows the storyline, but too much jibber jabber
I’ve enjoyed the series so far, and looked forward to this episode, but I found it tedious in places. Too much jibing and joking between Eli and Therick. It got tiresome and I felt the need to skip through it. Maybe it’s leading somewhere, but it wasn’t evident in this episode.
I’ve enjoyed the series so far, and looked forward to this episode, but I found it tedious in places. Too much jibing and joking between Eli and Therick. It got tiresome and I felt the need to skip through it. Maybe it’s leading somewhere, but it wasn’t evident in this episode.
March 26, 2024
This was a pretty solid entry for the series. Admittedly I was a little hesitant on the quality of this book, but I was relieved to find it enjoyable. The previous couple of entries, in particular Tigers wrath(book 5), felt like a big drop in quality seen in earlier entries. Glad I stuck with it though
June 15, 2024
Stupid why you would want the child that is the only one of a kind that will change the planet into
A Cradle world and therefore put it under the Gods protection etc, Why o why would you allow it to be on the battlefield? A p whipped Stiger? Needs a fee hundred more lashes,, me thinks.
A Cradle world and therefore put it under the Gods protection etc, Why o why would you allow it to be on the battlefield? A p whipped Stiger? Needs a fee hundred more lashes,, me thinks.
November 27, 2025
Passion, Action, and ... Philosophy
Edelheit's books are packed with action, friendship, loss, love and philosophy. The scope is epic and particular. These books draw the reader in. Without mercy. The action is unrelenting and satisfying. The plots seem to waver and then come together with crack.
You have been warned.
Edelheit's books are packed with action, friendship, loss, love and philosophy. The scope is epic and particular. These books draw the reader in. Without mercy. The action is unrelenting and satisfying. The plots seem to waver and then come together with crack.
You have been warned.
June 4, 2023
The best of the best
Five stars hands down. The characters are brought to life so we can experience all their emotions in different settings. Can’t wait for book 8. Your writing is Terry Goodkind level and you know it and own it brother.
Five stars hands down. The characters are brought to life so we can experience all their emotions in different settings. Can’t wait for book 8. Your writing is Terry Goodkind level and you know it and own it brother.
June 5, 2023
Outstanding !
Another excellent installment in the Stigers series. Possibly the best so far. Spent way more time than I should have reading it. Totally drew me in . As us he left Mr hanging and impatiently wanting more. Good job sir !.
Another excellent installment in the Stigers series. Possibly the best so far. Spent way more time than I should have reading it. Totally drew me in . As us he left Mr hanging and impatiently wanting more. Good job sir !.
June 19, 2023
Best Series
This is a true fantasy that pulls you into a strange world that is exotic and magical. The characters are well thought out and deep. The good and the bad, and the truly evil are also well rounded. It's a place that you almost wish existed.
This is a true fantasy that pulls you into a strange world that is exotic and magical. The characters are well thought out and deep. The good and the bad, and the truly evil are also well rounded. It's a place that you almost wish existed.
June 27, 2023
Thanks marc
Another fantastic book from start to finish a joy to read and long last them pesky gnomes where in a fight,once again a cracking book to read ,roll on book 8 GI Morson avid reader
Another fantastic book from start to finish a joy to read and long last them pesky gnomes where in a fight,once again a cracking book to read ,roll on book 8 GI Morson avid reader
July 3, 2023
amazing!
A lot uncovered in this one. Stiger accomplishes much in this volume. An excellent addition to the saga. I very much look forward to reading the Tiger’s Rage when it is released.
A lot uncovered in this one. Stiger accomplishes much in this volume. An excellent addition to the saga. I very much look forward to reading the Tiger’s Rage when it is released.
August 18, 2023
very good 7th installment.
I thoroughly enjoyed this installment of this saga. It was a long time coming since I read the last book. Glad it was here but now looking forward to the next.
I thoroughly enjoyed this installment of this saga. It was a long time coming since I read the last book. Glad it was here but now looking forward to the next.
May 4, 2024
Creation of an emperor
Stiger is appointed emperor by his childhood friend and must get to Mal'Zeel to be confirmed. The issues he faces prove to be an interesting foray into politics of Rome and it's offspring in Istos.
Another fascinating tale.
Stiger is appointed emperor by his childhood friend and must get to Mal'Zeel to be confirmed. The issues he faces prove to be an interesting foray into politics of Rome and it's offspring in Istos.
Another fascinating tale.
June 5, 2023
Excellent
The attention to detail on Roman Technology is amazing. Nomads I would have expected more horses, but may be the stirrup is not present in this world,
The attention to detail on Roman Technology is amazing. Nomads I would have expected more horses, but may be the stirrup is not present in this world,
June 11, 2023
Little to much
Just a little too much of a detour of the story. Should have gone to the Volcano first. Still better then most.
Just a little too much of a detour of the story. Should have gone to the Volcano first. Still better then most.
July 22, 2023
Very Dry
Not like the first 2 books. Little to no actual legion action. Very long spats where Stiger is whooped over the elf (boring).
REALLY DISAPPOINTED
Not like the first 2 books. Little to no actual legion action. Very long spats where Stiger is whooped over the elf (boring).
REALLY DISAPPOINTED
November 22, 2023
An Excellent Adventure
A thrilling combination of Ancient Rome and the Lord of the Rings. These adventures need to be turned into a miniseries or a series of movies.
A thrilling combination of Ancient Rome and the Lord of the Rings. These adventures need to be turned into a miniseries or a series of movies.
December 11, 2023
Can't get enough of these characters. The stories are always interesting and well written.
May 10, 2024
Not what I was hoping for
A little disappointing. It seemed and read as repetitive to the previous books. I was hoping for a better adventure.
A little disappointing. It seemed and read as repetitive to the previous books. I was hoping for a better adventure.
June 7, 2024
Good story but should have been done in half the words. Endless repetitions and way too many ramblings. It takes 3 chapters to describe one scene. It was exhausting to say the least.
September 11, 2025
To long but good sword and fantasy
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