Altar of Blood
Empire IX
(Author) Anthony RichesThe Tungrians have no sooner returned to Rome than they find themselves tasked with a very different mission to their desperate exploits in Parthia. Ordered to cross the river Rhenus into barbarian Germany and capture a tribal priestess who may be the most dangerous person on the empire's northern border, they are soon subject to the machinations of an old enemy who will stop at nothing to sabotage their plans before they have even set foot on the river's eastern bank. But after their Roman enemy is neutralised they face a challenge greater still. With two of the Bructeri tribe's greatest treasures in their hands they must regain Roman territory by crossing the unforgiving wilderness that was the graveyard of Roman imperial strategy two hundred years before. And capture by the Bructeri's vengeful chieftain and his warband can only end in one way - a horrific sacrificial death on the tribe's altar of blood.
Anthony Riches
Anthony Riches is a British author known for his historical fiction novels set in ancient Rome. His most notable works include the Empire series, which follows the adventures of centurion Marcus Valerius Aquila. Riches is praised for his detailed research, vivid battle scenes, and realistic portrayal of Roman military life. His contributions to the genre of historical fiction have been widely acclaimed, with many readers and critics praising his ability to bring the ancient world to life. His most famous work is likely "Wounds of Honour," the first book in the Empire series, which has garnered a loyal following of fans.