As the day dies, he realises he has only 24 hours to expose the conspirators, and save the leader of the world. He often disguises himself and uses other subterfuges to reach the emperor at the games in the Coliseum. Despite this, a well written and engaging book, the premise of which was unique and interesting. This 400 page book is very short, in the sense that it all takes place over just 24 hours. Bruised and battered, he crawls out of the raging river. If the Emperor dies, chaos and violence will ensue. Harry Sidebottom is a British historian and author best known for writing the “Throne of the Caesars” and the “Warrior of Rome” series of historical novels. Far below, the river is in full flood. I would add that if you "know" the mid 3rd Century Collapse then you will get a bit out of it without having read the previous ones, I don’t know why this happens to me, but it seems to occur with much more frequency than in the past. 'A cracking tale. I read a synopsis, fall for a book, then when I go to read it, the book is not what I expected. This was a very fast paced action thriller, based in Ancient Rome! Only when opening this page to add my review, I discovered this book is one of a series. Published by Zaffre Publishing (2018) A lone figure stands silhouetted atop the Mausoleum of Hadrian. I enjoyed it and stayed glued to reading it on my Kindle for several hours for several reasons: it was a great story, written with authority and panache by an experienced writer who is also an academic. Protesting injustice, sassing their elders, and sometimes saving the world. He has written for and contributed to many publications, including Classical Review, Journal of Roman Studies, and War and Society in the Roman World. Footsteps pound up the stairs. What ensues is a struggle for Ballista as danger lurks around every corner and friends have become foes and help comes from unexpected sources. ________________________ The Last Hour is the 10th book from Sidebottom and a spinoff off from his Warrior of Rome series, featuring As the day dies, he realises he has only 24 hours to expose the conspirators, and save the leader of the world.

In The Last Hour Harry Sidebottom has created a thriller set in Ancient Rome, with the hero Ballista having only twenty four hours to save the Emperor Gallienus from an assassination attempt. The City Watch has orders to take him alive; other, more sinister, forces want him dead. So what do we have? Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. He is alone and unarmed, without money or friends, trapped in a deadly conspiracy at the heart of the Empire. ISBN: 9781785764257 Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Sidebottom provides an explanation at the end of the volume (after the epilogue, the afterword, and acknowledgements) as to why he chose this approach, and a glimpse into his mindset. He must reach the Colosseum, and the Emperor. Overall, a fairly average historical fiction which was well grounded in historical accuracy and truth. Behind him, the sun is setting over the centre of the known world. A final standoff, with minutes to spare, had my heart in my mouth. He's been set up. The Last Hour hits the ground running and never stops. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. I however do feel you gain a lot more if you have read at least one of the earlier ones just to get some idea of the characters involved and the motiviations that drive them. Although the beginning and ending are quite good and interesting, I have had the impression that the novel was sometimes boring around half the book. Being myself a student of Late Roman history, I find Ballista's story quite convincing, and there is no need to talk about historical accuracy of the entire series (it is VERY accurate). Footsteps pound up the stairs. Please select a reason for reporting this review: We have recently updated our Privacy Policy. Set in Ancient Rome we are taken on a journey with Ballista, a credible and lovable character, through the streets of Rome meeting people from all countries, and of all ranks in their society. I love reading Harry’s books but this one is definitely a step up. Naturally there is the historical element but it is also a very well written thriller with all the action taking place within a 24 hour period. He has the rest of the night and the day ahead to prevent a dastardly conspiracy of murky characters from assassinating his childhood schoolfriend, the emperor Gallie. I was on the edge of my seat throughout this story of Ballister’s challenge to save the Emperors life. Ballista is back in Rome and discovers a plot against the... Warrior of Rome V: The Wolves of the North, Ancient Warfare: A Very Short Introduction. The City Watch has orders to take him alive; other, more sinister, forces want him dead. There's a problem loading this menu at the moment. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Publisher: Zaffre Number of pages: 400 I really enjoyed this fast paced,roller coaster story,set in 3rd century Rome. He's been set up. His focus is heavily upon action, danger and fighting in The Last Hour, the 2018 installment of the story of Ballista in the Warrior of Rome series. An enemy is closing in; he is cornered. This shopping feature will continue to load items when the Enter key is pressed. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 30 May 2018. It is a relentless journey for Ballista, the main character, as he tries to survive against all the odds on the streets of Rome as he discovers a plot to assassinate the Emperor. There's no doubt that Harry Sidebottom is an expert in both his fields, an eminent historian and a writer of historical fiction sagas. "Ballista has until the last hour of light the next day to get across Rome and save the Emperor and his own family". A lone figure stands silhouetted atop the Mausoleum of Hadrian. Harry Sidebottom © 2020 Bonnier Zaffre. There is a massive conspiracy to murder the emperor and install one of the conspirators in his place at the end of a huge games' session in the Colosseum when the emperor leaves. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 20 May 2018. He jumps.

Harry Sidebottom is Lecturer in Ancient History at Merton College, Oxford, and part-time lecturer in Classics and Ancient History at the University of Warwick.

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