War at the Edge of the World: Twilight of Empire

This is an excellent historical fiction book about the late Roman Empire in Britain. The book covers the period of 305-306 AD with a brief prologue covering a battle in the Eastern Roman Empire in 298 AD when the hero of the book got first recognized for his efforts.The book is about a hypothetical event, with some historical context, that occurred between the Romans and the barbarian (Scottish) Picts. The Picts lose their king, to potential murder, and new king is being voted on, and the Romans send a small delegation as a support with a Roman unit (century) of less than 100 men joining it.From there, the book moves fast in its progress. Events occur, which I won't share because I don't ruin the book for you and the hero (Aurelius Castus) is right in the middle of all of these major events. The book also covers some historical figures in the telling of its story, specifically Constantine, before he becomes emperor of Rome, and his father Constantius. All of the characters are well developed.The story is also well told with a strong historical context - the author did his research, which he shares some of at the end of the book. This is a well written book, well worth the read for anyone interested in Roman history. It brings Roman history alive as all good historical fiction, and the reason that I really enjoy these books.

A decent book which brings back a time which most people are unfamiliar with .good character development and a feeling of being there is central to the book. Fun read

The story was good with a glimpse of history. Unfortunately i couldn't read the whole story as my copy was missing 30 pages.

The characters are very real--both men and women. The action is believable. The grammar and sentence structure does not interfere with the flow of the story/

Wow! I have read the whole series and what a wonderful read, really great story teller and so very exciting. Thanks.

GREAT INSITE INTO HOW THE LEGIONS AND LEGIONAIRES FUNCTIONED IN 305 AD BRITish ISLES OF YORE. Loved the Tale. Am now an Ian Ross fan

i enjoyed the series.

excellent historical references. one of those books that truly place the reader in the time period . one of only a few authors who could capture rome's very few misadventures in britannia. lots of politics just like in todays armed service.anyway go read this book if you like great roman historical fiction . well written and narrated with good main character development

Was not impressed