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Ship of Rome
- Narrated by: Laurence Kennedy
- Length: 11 hrs and 17 mins
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Summary
Against a backdrop of the clash of the Roman and Carthaginian empires, the battle for sovereignty takes place on the high seas
Atticus, captain of one of the ships of Rome's small, coastal fleet, is from a Greek fishing family. Septimus, legionary commander, reluctantly ordered aboard ship, is from Rome, born into a traditionally army family. It could never be an easy alliance. But the arrival of a hostile fleet, larger, far more skilful and more powerful than any Atticus has encountered before, forces them to act together.
So Atticus, one of Rome's few experienced sailors, finds himself propelled into the middle of a political struggle that is completely foreign to him. Rome need to build a navy fast but the obstacles are many; political animosities, legions adamant that they will only use their traditional methods; Roman prejudice even from friends, that all those not born in Rome are inferior citizens.
The enemy are first class, experienced and determined to control the seas. Can Atticus, and the fledgling Roman navy, staffed with inexperienced sailors and unwilling legionaries, out-wit and out-fight his opponents.
SHIP OF ROME, full of magnificent sea-battles, packed with strong characters, torn between two powerful empires, is the first book in a new series, MASTERS OF THE SEA, by a brilliant new author.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
- Teresa
- 26-03-12
Ship of Rome
This is a fabulous listen starting right from the very first chapter which is a battle scene. If you like adventure this book will not dissapoint you as it is packed with action from start to end. Laurence Kennedy does a great job narrating with good accents and easily recognised character voices.
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- scotty
- 16-07-13
Rip Roaring!
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
Always thought Roman history was boring? Wrong! Give this one a try, you'll be hooked on the first chapter...
What other book might you compare Ship of Rome to, and why?
Excitement and naval action like the Bolitho or Hornblower novels but set in an older yet equally rich context. The political intrigue and machinations of the leaders reminds you that not too much has changed in the world.
Which scene did you most enjoy?
As an opening gambit the first chapter is a killer. Starting you on the coastal patrol if not the high seas with a detailed and engaging cast. The action starts fast and hits ramming speed while illustrating a rarely covered element of the Roman era; their navy.
Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
If you're not gnashing your teeth at the pettiness of the rulers in the first half you are far too forgiving... And the contrast with the detailed back-story of the protagonists is a joy.
Any additional comments?
If you take a chance on one audiobook this summer, make it this one. I was so impressed I took a weekend flight to Rome and visited some of the key locations mentioned. Listening to the story where it was set was magical!
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