Harry Sidebottom Wolves of the North

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In the fifth novel in Harry Sidebottom'sacclaimed and bestselling Warrior of Rome historical fiction series, Ballistareturns to undertake yet another epic mission-while the Roman Empire reels inchaos around him.In AD 263, the Roman Empire is close to turmoil as violentuprisings threaten to shatter the fragile balance of power. In the north, thetribes are increasingly bold in their raids on the Imperium. Ballista mustundertake his most treacherous journey yet. He must face the Heruli-the Eatersof Flesh, the Wolves of the North-the most brutal tribe of them all, and try toturn them against one another. As Ballista and his retinue make their journey,someone-or something-is hunting them, picking them offone by one, and leaving a trail of mutilated corpses and terror. Ballista is ina strange land, among strange people, but is it possible that the greatestthreat may come from within his own circle?Renowned for their skilled blendingof action and historical accuracy, Sidebottom's Warrior of Rome novels take thereader from the shouts of the battlefield to the whisperings of the emperor'sinner circle. Rich in detail and punctuated by harrowing action, there's nobetter way to transport yourself back to the days of the Roman Empire.