Robert Fabbri
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| Series: | Vespasian #9 |
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The final, thrilling instalment in the epic Vespasian series from Robert Fabbri. Vespasian is tasked with the impossible. Should he quell the revolt in Judaea, as Nero the emperor has instructed, or must he resort to the unthinkable and sabotage his own campaign? If his conquest succeeds, he risks becoming the sole object of the mad emperor's jealousy. If he fails, then his punishment will be severe. The fate of his men and his beloved son, Titus, all hang in the balance. But unknown to Vespasian, Nero has committed suicide, catapulting Rome into political turmoil. Sabinus, Vespasian's brother, is caught between the warring factions of Aulus Vitellius, a cruel opportunist, and the noble Marcus Salvius Otho, who finds himself severely outnumbered. Seeing no aid on the horizon, Sabinus must rely on wit, and wit alone, to ensure the safety of his family. With a contested throne and an army at his disposal, now may finally be Vespasian's time—to ascend, to conquer, to achieve what countless prophecies have foretold and take control of Rome itself. Will Vespasian, at long last, be the one to wear the purple?Identify Regarding Books Emperor of Rome (Vespasian #9)
| Title | : | Emperor of Rome (Vespasian #9) |
| Author | : | Robert Fabbri |
| Book Format | : | Kindle Edition |
| Book Edition | : | First Edition |
| Pages | : | Pages: 352 pages |
| Published | : | April 3rd 2019 by Atlantic Books |
| Categories | : | Historical. Historical Fiction. Fiction. Roman |
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Ratings: 4.45 From 537 Users | 40 ReviewsComment On Regarding Books Emperor of Rome (Vespasian #9)
ReviewA suitable ending to the series but a little too staged managed to be really good. Felt like the author was writing this book because the publisher wanted another book no matter what it was like.I've really enjoyed this series and now it draws to a close with the fulfilment of the prophecy that has overshadowed Vespasian's entire life and career. Vespasian has changed greatly over the series as he has become more accustomed to power and in this final novel I found little in him left to like - much of the novel follows his brutal campaign in Judaea and its cruel aftermath. It's a fascinating portrait of a man (and woman - for Vespasian's lover Caenis is not as she once was) corrupted by
A fitting end to the wonderful series about the rise of Vespasian from bumpkin to Roman Emperor. An excellent series, for those who like that sort of thing. :)
The conclusion to a series I have very much enjoyed and become completely immersed in. The final chapter wasnt as action packed as previous instalments but it still felt quite momentous that Vespasian could have risen to the highest of heights from humble beginnings. The Jewish revolt, which led to the destruction of Solomons Temple in Jerusalem for the final time, was covered in the first half of the book, or at least Vespasians part in it was before events led him to make his push for power.
Not as good as what has come before. Vespasian becomes Emperor two-thirds of the way through this novel, and everything after that is dead material that coincides with the historical record. More worryingly, some of the attendant characters to Vespasian have been relegated to information sources, or "as you know, Bob" devices, particularly Caenis, whose purpose is now to fill in the gaps of Vespasian's knowledge.So, while very readable and enjoyable, this novel is practically the story of
I've really enjoyed this series and now it draws to a close with the fulfilment of the prophecy that has overshadowed Vespasian's entire life and career. Vespasian has changed greatly over the series as he has become more accustomed to power and in this final novel I found little in him left to like - much of the novel follows his brutal campaign in Judaea and its cruel aftermath. It's a fascinating portrait of a man (and woman - for Vespasian's lover Caenis is not as she once was) corrupted by
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