Author:Ben Kane
An exclusive digital short from Ben Kane, ‘the rising star of historical fiction’ (Wilbur Smith).
A day out with comrades, brutal gladiator fights, a bet with disastrous consequences. A Roman soldier’s much anticipated payday plays out in very different ways to those he expected.
The German frontier, AD 12. Legionary Marcus Piso is set to enjoy a four monthly payday with his comrades. Wine, food and gladiatorial entertainment are on offer, and his purse is full.
But thanks to a dishonest bet maker, events take on a very dangerous life of their own...
The Arena is a prequel to Ben Kane's upcoming novel, Hunting the Eagles, the second in the new gripping three-part series, Eagles of Rome. It also includes a sample chapter from the new book.
Ben Kane, a master of Roman military fiction…A suitable bloody end to a powerful trilogy
—— Antonia Senior , The TimesEagles in the Storm completes Ben Kane’s magnificent trilogy on the the Battle of Teutoburg… the definitive fictional account…it concludes perfectly…an extraordinary talent…This is brilliant storytelling from an author who is steeped in the history of the Romans
—— The Winter's NightsThrilling and steeped in historical and military detail, this is the conclusion of Ben Kane’s superb Eagles trilogy, which has been a triumph from start to finish
—— Sunday ExpressOnce again Ben Kane is a master storyteller, the historical detail is amazing
—— Frost MagazineEagles In The Storm is everything you could want from a historical tale
—— Culture FlyBloodthirsty, soaked in the sweat and tears of its time, this is a fine blend of history and action
—— Historical Novel Society
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