Tyrant of RomeTHE EPIC NEW EAGLES OF THE EMPIRE NOVEL FROM BESTSELLING AUTHOR SIMON SCARROW The fate of Rome. The most dangerous place in the Empire. The fates of military heroes Macro and Cato lie in Emperor Nero's bloody hands . . . AD 62. Under the reckless and tumultuous leadership of Emperor Nero, Rome is descending into near anarchy and conspiracy. The brutal execution of 400 slaves has led to rioting and discontent. Only the strongest soldier could maintain

a violent storm whips up

Kaelis believes that Clara is the perfect tool to help him steal a tarot card from the king and use it to re-create an all-powerful card long lost to time

Praise for Book 1:

Featuring a carnival cast of eccentric entertainers

at what seemed like the height of fame

empowering and brilliantly written I just love it

John Pearce has pressing matters to attend to

despite being caught between these two masterminds

he falls asleep and dreams of Paco

upon the death of my father in 2005

When Tom reaches the house it gradually becomes clear that this is not the imposing residence it once was

The victim's sister