Great Ancient Historical Fiction
Explore the best ancient historical fiction books! Dive into captivating tales of legendary civilizations, epic battles, and forgotten eras with our curated list of must-read novels.
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Men of Bronze
by Scott Oden
It is 526 B.C. and the empire of the Pharaohs is dying. Leading the fight to preserve the soul of Egypt is Hasdrabal Barca, Pharaoh's …
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Pride of Carthage
by David Anthony Durham
This epic retelling of the legendary Carthaginian military leader’s assault on the Roman empire begins in Ancient Spain, where Hannibal Barca sets out with tens …
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Under the Eagle
by Simon Scarrow
It is the year 42 AD, and Centurion Macro, battle-scarred and fearless, is in the heart of Germany with the Second Legion, the toughest in …
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When the Eagle Hunts
by Simon Scarrow
When the family members of a first-century Roman general are taken prisoner by brutal native Druids, two volunteers undertake a dangerous suicide mission to rescue …
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The Eagle's Prey
by Simon Scarrow
It is late summer 44 AD and the battle-weary Roman legions are in their second year of campaigning against the British tribes. The troops' commander, …
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The Eagle's Prophecy
by Simon Scarrow
Centurions Macro and Cato, dismissed from the Second Legion in Britain, undertake a mission to rescue an imperial agent carrying scrolls vital to the future …
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Rubicon
by Steven Saylor
Gordianus the Finder is in a tough spot when Pompey takes his son-in-law hostage, and to save both their lives, Gordianus must prove that his …
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Last Seen in Massilia
by Steven Saylor
In 49 B.C., Gordianus travels to the besieged city of Massilia (Marseille) to discover the truth about his son Meto.
