The forgotten legion, the first book in the forgotten legion chronicles was the eighth bestselling debut novel in 2008 and won ben kane comparisons to bernard cromwell and conn iggulden. A life long student of military history, and specifically roman history, has helped to make the forgotten legion into an excellent debut novel. Ben kane is an irish author of historical fiction novels. Strong characters hack and slash their way through this roman sword and sandal epic, the third book in kanes ancient rome series after the. Growing up, ben was always an avid reader, but his favourite books were. I am fascinated by stories of ancient rome and am excited to be part of the book blog tour for ben kane s debut novel, the forgotten legion. Romulus to gladiator school, fabiola into prostitution, where she will catch the eye of one of the most powerful men in rome, and their mother into obscurity and death in the. In the turkmen desert lie the ruins of a city called merv, which was sacked by the mongols in the 1220s ad.
Its hard to believe that the forgotten legion is the first book that ben has had published as its wonderfully written and gives you a real feel what life was like at grass roots level. The forgotten legion forgotten legion chronicles, book 1 by ben. The forgotten legion is set in 70 bc 53 bc, in rome, gaul, parthia roughly modern iran and iraq and margiana in modern turkmenistan. He started writing and in 2008, his first novel the forgotten legion was published. The forgotten legion by ben kane penguin books australia. Read the forgotten legion by ben kane available from rakuten kobo. As other people have already described the plot line so well, there is no point in me trying to elaborate further on the adventures of the twins, fabiola and.
The silver eagle continues the interwoven stories of ben kane s debut novel, the forgotten legion. Ive read at least one book by him every year since then and i havent been disappointed yet. Ben kane is a renowned writer born in kenya in 1970. Follow crassus on his doomed march into the east and discover his legions fate. The forgotten legion ebook by ben kane 9781466815049. Ben kane was born in kenya, and raised there and in ireland. The forgotten legion forgotten legion chronicles, book 1. At thirteen years old they are sold romulus to gladiator school, fabiola into prostitution, where she will catch the eye of one of the most powerful men in rome. An epic roman novel which follows three men and one woman. It did so well in waterstones that they made it one of their books of the year for 2009 and it stayed on the 3 for 2. The forgotten legion, the first book in ben kane s forgotten legion trilogy, is a characterdriven novel set in ancient rome during the 1st century bc. Ben kane is a lifelong student of military history in general and roman history in specific, the forgotten legion is his first novel and the sequel, the silver eagle, will be released in 2010. The forgotten legion by ben kane overdrive rakuten.
Set in the late roman republic, in the first century b. Mar 15, 2011 if you enjoyed the first part of ben kanes trilogy, the forgotten legion the forgotten legion chronicles, then you will almost certainly enjoy the silver eagle because when it comes to subject matter, narrative stucture, characterisation and every other identifiable element apart from the actual plot this delivers more of the same. The forgotten legion chronicles volume 3 ben kane st. My first published novel, the forgotten legion, which has done very well since its release in hardback in may 2008. A novel of the forgotten legion 3 by ben kane 2012, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. The forgotten legion forgotten legion chronicles book 1. Through the stories of the etrucscan tarquinius and the gaul brennus, we share the experience of conquest by rome. Here is a quick description and cover image of book the silver eagle. The forgotten legion chronicles series in order ben kane. At least on a par with harry sidebottoms warrior of rome books. With the forgotten legion, ben kane has come very close indeed. The forgotten legion fighting for honour, freedom and revenge. The forgotten legion, the first book in ben kanes forgotten legion trilogy, is a characterdriven novel set in ancient rome during the 1st century bc.
Fiction general history historical historical general historical fiction fiction historical epic fiction rome english historical fiction twins ancient 26530 b. I hope you enjoy, please remember to comment, rate and subscribe. The forgotten legion is a book that i randomy found in december of last year 2018 at a secondhand store. A lifelong student of military history and, specifically, roman history, the forgotten legion is his first novel. Its pages are full to the brim with history, battles, political intrigue, love and loss all the while featuring characters and locations that are both realistic and vibrant. James rollins, author of the last oraclei thoroughly enjoyed the forgotten legion so much so that i stayed up until 2am to finish it. Six of his eight novels have been sunday times bestsellers, and his books have been published in more than ten countries, including the us, italy, spain, greece, russia and the netherlands. But it was in turmenistan, former soviet socialist republic and newly independent state, that i stumbled upon the place that would feature in the forgotten legion trilogy nearly a decade later.
Ben kane is the author of the critically acclaimed, internationally bestselling the forgotten legion, the first in the forgotten legion chronicles, as well as the concluding volume, the road to rome. If you enjoyed the first part of ben kanes trilogy, the forgotten legion the forgotten legion chronicles, then you will almost certainly enjoy the silver eagle because when it comes to subject matter, narrative stucture, characterisation and every other identifiable element apart from the actual plot this delivers more of the same. These historical figures play critical roles in ben kanes plots, but the lead protagonists are far from the seat of power. The forgotten legion by ben kane is an excellent book, an example of what an historical fiction book should be. Where others play in the rarefied world of senators, legates and upper class merchants, kane delves into the grim underbelly of slavery, prostitution and gladiatorial carnage. After college he traveled the world extensively, indulging his passion for ancient history. The forgotten legion forgotten legion chronicles, book 1 by ben kane book cover, description, publication history. The silver eagle, by ben kane, is the second novel in the forgotten legion trilogy. Everyday low prices on a huge range of new releases and classic fiction. The extensive research done by the author is apparent and lends a deeper reading experience and the ability to truly lovers of the chunky book, rejoice, at a mere 544 pages you will share in a bit of heaven.
The forgotten legion has 5 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. The forgotten legion is a delightfully engrossing tale based in ancient rome. The series is set in the roman empire and its outskirts during the time of julius caesar, pompey, crassus, and brutus. I understand that this is the first book that ben kane has had published and it does not disappoint.
Romulus and fabiola are twins, born into slavery after their mother is raped by a drunken nobleman on his way home from a good night out. Although not, i think, quite as good as the eagles trilogy, the forgotten legion, nevertheless, has started well, even though some of the narrative was repeated several times over. Buy a cheap copy of the forgotten legion book by ben kane. It picks up right where the previous novel left off and. Ben kane has 35 books on goodreads with 59073 ratings. Its a really great book and any historical fiction fan would love it.
Romulus and fabiola are twins, born into slavery, and then later sold. The complete series list for the forgotten legion chronicles ben kane. An epic roman novel which follows three men and more. Historical fiction has never been more visceral and engaging than ben kanes debut novel the forgotten legion. Once i made it through the first chapter, i was well and truly. Our cheap used books come with free delivery in australia. The silver eagle continues the interwoven stories of ben kanes debut novel, the forgotten legion. Two gladiators, a soothsayer and a prostitute seek freedom and. Nov 27, 2009 with the forgotten legion, ben kane has come very close indeed. Forgotten legion chronicles series by ben kane goodreads.
The forgotten legion the first in a series of books by ben kane focusing on a roman legion who as it turns out did not fight for rome. Born in kenya to irish parents while his father worked there as a veterinarian. I am fascinated by stories of ancient rome and am excited to be part of the book blog tour for ben kanes debut novel, the forgotten legion. Romulus and fabiola are twins, born into slavery after their mother is raped by a drunken nobleman.
Ben kane has written a number of books integral with roman history, roman military campaigns and roman politics. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the forgotten legion. The final book in the forgotten legion series by ben kane is another great read. He is of irish descent, though, and he was born in this african country while his father, a veterinarian, had a job there. He is best known for the forgotten legion, spartacus and hannibal book series. The paperback of the forgotten legion came out on the 16th of april 2009, and with the gods help, its also doing well with nearly 50,000 copies sold so far. The forgotten legion differs from most novels of ancient rome in that ben kane chose conquered people for the lead characters. These historical figures play critical roles in ben kane s plots, but the lead protagonists are far from the seat of power. The forgotten legion riproaring action about slaves, gladiators and brothels. This went on to become the series that made kane famous, and after this one came other acclaimed series such as the hannibal and the spartacus.
When kane was seven, his family moved back to ireland where he went to school and ultimately college. I thoroughly enjoyed the forgotten legion so much so that i stayed up until 2am to finish it. The forgotten legion forgotten legion chronicles, book 1 by. The eagle belonging to tullus old legion is still in enemy hands, but as the romans reprisals take them deep into german tribal lands. Ben kane, author of the forgotten legion, on tour january. Ben kane achieves a fine balance between the action scenes and the psychological development of the main characters. Ben kane is a lifelong student of military history in general and roman history in specific, the forgotten legion is his first novel and the sequel, the silver eagle. The forgotten legion is a tale of the greatest empire of the ancient world from the perspective of those on the lowest rungs of its society.
After college, he traveled the world extensively, indulging his passion for ancient history. The forgotten legion by ben kane, 9780099556282, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Where others play in the rarified world of senators, legates and upper class merchants, kane delves into the grim underbelly of slavery, prostitution and gladiatorial carnage. Forgotten legion, the by ben kane romulus and fabiola are twins, born into slavery after their mother is raped by a drunken nobleman on his way home from a good night out. Romulus and fabiola are twins, born into slavery to a enslaved mother who is much beloved by them, and much abused by their owner. His passion for the time period shines through in all of his books. Kane cuts a vivid tale at breakneck speed that will keep you turning pages until you have finished and wanting more. Author ben kane does a suburb job mixing fact with fiction to create a story that will not soon be forgotten. I never ever expected to find a ben kane book there so obviously my excitement knew no bounds. He writes the forgotten legion chronicles, hannibal, and eagles of rome series.