Emperor: The Gods of War - by Conn Iggulden (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Julius Caesar's final destiny will be decided not by legions, but by his friend Brutus and a bewitching Egyptian queen named Cleopatra in this thrilling novel of Ancient Rome from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Emperor: The Gates of Rome.

"Delightfully entertaining historical fiction."--Booklist

53 B.C.: Fresh from victory in Gaul, Julius Caesar leads battle-hardened legions across the Rubicon river--threatening Rome herself. Even the master strategist Pompey is caught unprepared by the strike and forced to abandon his city. The armies of Rome are poised to face each other at last in civil war, led by the two greatest generals ever to walk the seven hills.

For Caesar, the campaign against Pompey will test his military genius and his appetite for glory as the greatest fighting machine the world has ever seen divides against itself in a bloody conflict that sets brother against brother until victory or death. But another kingdom beckons--a world of ancient mysteries and languid sensuality, where a beautiful, bewitching woman waits to snare Caesar's heart.

From the spectacles of the arena to the whispered lies of conspirators, Emperor: The Gods of War brings to life a world of monumental drama: of politics and passion, ruthless ambition and private grief, and the corruption of power itself. And at its heart is one extraordinary friendship--marked by fierce loyalty and bitter betrayal, with dark events shrouded in noble ideals.

Ancient Rome comes to vivid life in Conn Iggulden's Emperor series:
THE GATES OF ROME - THE DEATH OF KINGS - THE FIELD OF SWORDS - THE GODS OF WAR - THE BLOOD OF GODS

Review Quotes

Praise for the Emperor series

"What Robert Graves did for Claudius, Conn Iggulden now does for the most famous Roman Emperor of them all--Julius Caesar."--William Bernhardt, author of Criminal Intent

"Stunning. It begins with hints of a mystery and continues as a galvanizing historical thriller. Words like 'brilliant, ' 'sumptuous' and 'enchanting' jostle to be used but scarcely convey the way Iggulden brings the tale to life, or the compelling depictions of battle, treachery, and everyday detail in a precarious world vividly re-created. . . . Exhilarating."--Los Angeles Times

"Dramatic historical fiction to keep adults turning pages like enthralled kids. Iggulden is a grand storyteller. . . . A spirited, entertaining read."--USA Today

"What a find . . . A breathtaking journey through ancient Rome . . . Emperor combines the fantasy of Harry Potter with the historical details of John Jakes. Books don't get better than this."--Contra Costa Times

"People who are interested in history . . . will certainly find this novel engrossing."--Albuquerque Journal

"He excels at describing battle scenes both small-scale and epic."--The Seattle Times

"Utterly marvelous . . . Historical fiction of the highest order. Solid research and a real knack for character development bring Julius Caesar to life in a truly magical, electrifying way."--Toronto Telegram

"An intensely readable story."--Calgary Sun

"Historical fiction at its best . . . The Gates of Rome will keep you on the edge of your seat!"--Aromas Tri-County News

"I loved it. It is one of the best historical novels I have read. . . . Iggulden has the skills of a bestseller writer."--Historical Novels Review

About the Author

Conn Iggulden is the author of three novels about Genghis Khan, as well as the Emperor novels, all of which are available in hardcover and in paperback from Dell. He is also the coauthor of the #1 New York Times bestseller The Dangerous Book for Boys. He lives with his wife and children in Hertfordshire, England.