The Eagle in the Sand: Eagles of the Empire, Book 7

Liked the story but why no Kindle edition?

Moving our unlikely heros East to Parthia was most excellent . This is one of the first historical novels that I have read on the ground in Judea 1st century CE.. Simon's depiction is wonderful. While most of the plot intrigues start at the imperial level his research and characterization of the class, religious, and bureaucratic struggles of the common people is great stuff. Weaving the early Christian thread among the common people of this time who did not know who Jesus was yet is very well done. You are very good Mr. Scarrow.

Have read 20 of Scarrow's books & they are usually 4 stars. This book was good up until the last chapter & then took a nose dive with some amateur writing. If you enjoy Scarrow's writing you will probably like the story but be prepared to be disappointed with the end writing.

At times the survival against the odds gets a bit hard to keep swallowing but then again, I'm sure there were those who did survive against the odds (sometimes). But a great yarn and taking our protagonists to the other side of the Roman Empire is good.

I liked Eagle in the Sand. In fact, I like the whole series. The characters are likable enough that you can stand up and cheer for them. The books are great reads, and they are hard to put down. Simon Scarrow is not quite Bernard Cornwell, but few are. Lovers of historical fiction like to hear of new authors so I want to put you on to someone who has a chance to be one of the best. Sam Barone has written a two book series: Dawn of Empire and Empire Rising. These books are long, detailed, and fascinating. Furthermore, if you like to read about battles, Barone's final battles last a hundred pages and more. None of it is dull! I never did get to bed before 2:00 AM while reading these books so you are warned! The author is a nice fellow who returned my email when I sent him my thanks for writing such a fine series. Barone reminds me a lot of a cross between Bernard Cornwell, Wilbur Smith, and oddly enough, Zane Grey.

As a recent reader of the Eagle series, I flew through the first books, enjoying the protaganists mature if not really develop. The plot lines remained much too predictable and pat but they were a good read. All of the books had great action and some nice twists. Therefore I was surprised to see the number of early negative comments about this Scarrow's latest, and hesitated. Figuring it's better to read a clunker then watch Dancing With Stars, I picked up Eagle In The Sand and was pleasantly surprised.The change of venue to Judea is a cultural bonanza and much needed. As interesting as the early setting in Britain was, it wore thin after four novels. The Eagle's Prophecy (a Roman Galley setting) was a bit of a twist, but it can't match the diversity and the background of the Middle East, circa the first century. In addition to standard cultural and religious clashes the author (finally!) begins to develop the character of Cato as one who questions the perceived wisdom and benefit of being part of the Roman juggernaut. A theme only hinted at in early books is give full sway here. Cato's struggle with his part in sustaining the Empire is long overdue for a pair who by my unscientific estimate have killed thousands of subjugated peoples, all in the name of Rome. What worthy hero doesn't have doubt?The introduction of Miriam, mother of Jehosua (yup, you can figure out who they are) is contrived, and actually made me wince, but it's no worse than Macro and Cato bar-hopping and double dating Boudicea and her cousin back in Britain. I really don't understand what the beef was with this book. In many ways it's a great transition, letting in some much needed frest air. Give it a try.

Simon Scarrow is great at what he does and that's all that can be said. If you’re going to read this then make sure you get the full picture and story by starting with the first book of the series. Is a long series but he never duplicates plots even though he uses the same characters and basically same place and time. Well worth a read.

As all books by Simon Scarrow, fantastic spellbinding hard to put down.

This series is only getting better as I keep reading, you can't help but keep wanting to learn what Marco and Cato are up to now. As their friendship has grown over the years you can't deny the admiration and bond that they have for each other, with their relationship fluttering between the best of friends and a brotherly feel, this unlikely duo that got put together seven books ago, seem they will not let anything get in the way of accomplishing their mission while standing shoulder to shoulder on the frontline.

this author is a brilliant writer so far i have enjoyed all his books and this looks right up my street arrived in goodd condition and good packaged

Can only say brilliant read action and intrigue from start to finish highly recommend this book and author well written and great characters in Macro and Cato..

Once again Simon Scarrow transports us back in time and describes the most brutal of environments. The backstabbing, double-dealing and general corruption are as ever portrayed perfectly as is the bloody carnage of ancient warfare. Well worth the read.

Thrilling from start to finish. Having read all the previous adventures of Macro and Cato, I knew the mission they were set wouldn't be an easy one. Looking forward to the next book and how they become embroiled and tackle the devious challenge that surrounds Roman Politics