Simon Scarrow – Warrior: Caratacus, warrior Briton and enemy of the Roman Empire – Paperback

From the bestselling author of the Eagles of the Empire novels comes first instalment of the epic story of Caratacus: the barbarian king who united Britannia's tribes to raise an army against mighty Rome . . . AD 18, Britannia. The Roman Empire rules much of the known world. Beyond the northern frontier lies Britannia, where ceaseless feuding amongst the Celts leaves the island vulnerable to Rome's ambitions. Caratacus, son of a powerful king, has no premonition of destiny when he is dispatched to train with the Druids.A brutal regime transforms the young prince into a warrior with unparalleled military skills - and the strategic cunning essential to outwit a stronger enemy. Nothing can prepare a man for the vicious reality of war.When Caratacus's father takes a stand against aggressive neighbouring tribes, the combat exercises are over; this is a fight to the death.Only the most ruthless of tactics offer any hope of victory.But Caratacus, and the loyal comrades willing to ride with hi