The Caspian Gates is the fourth in Harry Sidebottom's captivating Warrior of Rome Series. AD262 - the Imperium is in turmoil after the struggle for the throne. Furthermore, Ephesus, Asia's metropolis,... This description may be from another edition of this product.
I was hoping for an interesting historical novel in ancient Rome, but instead this book is an action/adventure video game in print. In spite of the good historical data in it, the plot never rises above the adventures of a group of "commando" style men, who are so inept, they should have never been assigned to do anything more than polish their shield and helmets. I suppose the writer has to cater to contemporary tastes, but I certainly will not read anymore of his books.
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