The first book in the action-packed Enemy of the Empire series from Adam Lofthouse.

Chief Killer. Battle Turner. Oathbreaker.

Alaric is an enemy of Rome.

144 AD. Alaric Hengistson, leader of the Ravensworn, revels in his many fear-fuelled names whispered in the hearth flames. Cunning in battle, a ruthless war lord. He sleeps sound in the knowledge that he has been chosen by the Gods for a higher purpose - to rise up against the tyranny of an Empire.

For years he has thwarted Rome's attempts to gain control over the land that has long resisted them. His land. Germania. However the rules are changing, and new deals are struck between the conquering Roman legions and the feuding Germanic tribes. Deals that could prove Alaric's downfall.

As the eagles march with the wolves, together hunting the Raven, Alaric must prove his legend or watch his Ravensworn burn in flames.

A must read for fans of Bernard Cornwell, Matthew Harffy, Ben Kane and Simon Scarrow

Praise for Adam Lofthouse...

"The characters are full of the life of the period, their flaws, their doubts, their abilities all on display; a feast for the readers" Hoover Book Review

"No holds barred, vivid Roman entertainment, probably the next best thing to actually being there" Speesh Reads

"A great mix of legion comradery with a personal plot you can get invested in, add in a couple of big twists along the way and you've got a smashing read" David's Book Blurg

'A fast paced, page turning story!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Reader review

'Brilliant!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Reader review

'The dark and gritty tale I've been looking for!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Reader review

'A brilliantly written book, full of action.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Reader review

'A tightly woven tale of a tightly wound man.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Reader review

'A great story with a wonderful anti hero!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Reader review

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Boldwood Books Ltd
Published: 02/03/2025
ISBN: 9781836785026
Pages: 320
Weight: 0.62lbs
Size: 7.81h x 5.06w x 0.80d