A Spies of Rome Omnibus

"A rollicking read, filled with action, intelligence and humour. The series goes from strength to strength." Michael Arnold, author of Traitor's Blood.

Spies of Rome: Blood & Honour

Rome 27BC.

The civil war is over.

Augustus Caesar is the First Man of Rome.

But Marcus Agrippa has heard rumours of a coup, centred around the senator Lucius Scaurus.

He enlists the help of the poet Rufus Varro and his bodyguard Manius to help investigate.

The senator has recruited a company of actors and school of gladiators to further his ambitions. But what is his ultimate plan?

Varro must get to the heart of the conspiracy, or die trying.

Spies of Rome: Blood & Vengeance

Rome 26BC.

An infamous slave trader, Herennius, has been robbed and murdered. Stabbed in the chest.

Caesar himself has taken an interest in the crime.

Marcus Agrippa instructs one of his agents, Rufus Varro, to investigate. Varro must interview various party guests -
who were with Herennius on the night of the murder - including a corrupt advocate and an enigmatic young poet.

Everyone is a suspect, yet everyone is seemingly innocent.

In the meantime, Agrippa recruits Varro's bodyguard, the former gladiator, Manius, to infiltrate the inner circle of
Publius Carbo, a dangerous demagogue.

Intelligence suggests that Carbo and his followers are planning to launch an attack on the city's Jewish quarter.

But uncovering the truth will exact a price for the two agents.

Rome is a city full of secrets and peril. Enemies lurk in the shadows.

Blood and vengeance abound.

Recommended for fans of Steven Saylor, Robert Harris and Conn Iggulden.

Richard Foreman is the bestselling historical novelist of the Sword of Rome and Sword of Empire series. He has also written 'Band of Brothers: The Complete Campaigns', based upon Henry V and the Agincourt campaign, as well as a series of novels charting the rise of Augustus Caesar and Marcus Agrippa ('Augustus: Son of Rome' and 'Augustus: Son of Caesar'). He lives in London.

Praise for Spies of Rome

"A masterful and evocative depiction of a fledgling imperial Rome fraught with intrigue and at war with itself. The story and characters are as striking as the graffiti that adorns the violent city’s walls during Augustus' rise." Steven Veerapen, author of The Abbey Close.

"An arresting opening that leads into a thoroughly gripping story. Impressive research and understanding of the period allows Richard Foreman to move so seamlessly and effectively from historical epic to historical detective thriller. A must read for fans of Steven Saylor." Peter Tonkin, author of The Ides.

"Original and hard-hitting... Rome burns with intrigue in this totally unputdownable book." Antony Cutler, author of The Accursed'.

Band of Brothers - Book 3

"Escapism at its best... A great read that tells much about the style of war and how the individuals fought, I can recommend this!" - Michael Jecks, author of 'Fields of Glory'.

1415. Agincourt.

Victory or death. Kill or be killed.

The English are outnumbered.

But Henry V is determined that his army won't be outfought.

Robert Cooper and his company of archers must face a new threat, as well as do battle with the old enemy.

And as the two sides prepare to engage each other the spy, Thomas Chaucer, and his man-at-arms, Edward Fordham, must travel through enemy-held territory, in order to hunt down Reynard de Troyes.

The ruthless French agent will stop at nothing to defeat all his enemies, including Chaucer and Fordham.

'Band of Brothers: Agincourt' is the thrilling climax to the bestselling series of historical novellas. Full of triumph and tragedy, valour and villainy, Richard Foreman brings the campaign and its heroes to life.

For fans of Bernard Cornwell, Conn Iggulden and Ben Kane.

'A rattling good yarn, requiring only the minimum of suspension of belief, and leaves one eagerly anticipating the next instalment of the adventures of the team as they accompany the King to Harfleur' - Major Gordon Corrigan

Richard Foreman's books have been widely praised.

Praise for 'Band of Brothers: The Complete Campaigns':

"The great thing about this series is the characters. The novellas themselves are a wonderful confection of tales from the period, with aspects of adventure stories from Hornblower to Buchan, but it is the characters of the archers and Chaucer himself that bring them to life. Richard Foreman has a deft touch when it comes to depicting his men, whether in a tavern, brothel or battle. Each book is a strong novella, but each is linked by one theme which ties the three into one brilliant story... I can recommend this!" - Michael Jecks, author of 'Fields of Glory'.

Praise for 'Augustus: Son of Rome'

'Augustus: Son of Rome' forges action and adventure with politics and philosophy. This superb story is drenched in both blood and wisdom - and puts Foreman on the map as the coming man of historical fiction'. - Saul David, Author of the Zulu Hart series.

Praise for 'Raffles: The Complete Innings'

'Classy, humorous and surprisingly touching tales of cricket, friendship and crime.' - David Blackburn, The Spectator

Richard Foreman is the author of numerous best-selling books, including 'Augustus: Son of Rome' and the Sword of Rome and Sword of Empire series of historical novellas. He is also the author of Warsaw, a literary novel set during the Second World War. He lives in London. You can find him tweeting at @rforemanauthor.

Band of Brothers - Book 2

'Escapism at its best... A great read that tells much about the style of war and how the individuals fought.' - Michael Jecks.

1415.

Harfleur.

The town stands defiant. Henry V and his army have been repulsed. If the English fail to break the siege then their campaign will be over. Men will die, from disease or starvation.

The King instructs one of his agents, Thomas Chaucer, to negotiate a deal with a local French merchant to re-supply the army. But, instead of meeting an ally, Chaucer is about to come face to face with an old enemy.

Henry, in a last throw of the dice, charges the archer Robert Cooper with ending the siege.

The bowman forms a plan. The night attack will either save the English army - or damn it.

Once more into the breach...

'Band of Brothers: Harfleur' is a page-turning novella full of action, intrigue and historical insight. For fans of Bernard Cornwell, Conn Iggulden and George Macdonald Fraser.

Author Bio:

Richard Foreman is the bestselling author of numerous historical series set during the Roman Republic and Roman Empire, including the Augustus Caesar books, Sword of Empire, Sword of Rome and Spies of Rome. He is also the author Warsaw, Raffles: The Complete Innings and Band of Brothers, a series charting the story of Henry V and the Agincourt campaign. Richard writes modern thrillers too, under the pseudonym of Thomas Waugh. He is a judge for the HWA Crowns and the founder of the London History Festival. He lives in London.

Praise for Richard Foreman's books:

Spies of Rome.

'A masterful and evocative depiction of a fledgling imperial Rome fraught with intrigue and at war with itself. The story and characters are as striking as the graffiti that adorns the violent city’s walls during Augustus' rise.' Steven Veerapen, author of The Abbey Close

'An arresting opening that leads into a thoroughly gripping story. Impressive research and understanding of the period allows Richard Foreman to move so seamlessly and effectively from historical epic to historical detective thriller. A must read for fans of Steven Saylor.' Peter Tonkin, author of The Ides

'Original and hard-hitting... Rome burns with intrigue in this totally unputdownable book.' Antony Cutler, author of The Accursed

Augustus: Son of Rome.

‘Augustus: Son of Rome forges action and adventure with politics and philosophy. This superb story is drenched in both blood and wisdom - and puts Foreman on the map as the coming man of historical fiction’. Saul David, Author of the Zulu Hart series

Raffles: The Complete Innings.

‘Classy, humorous and surprisingly touching tales of cricket, friendship and crime.’ David Blackburn, The Spectator

Band of Brothers: The Complete Campaigns.

'Escapism at its best...

Band of Brothers - Book 1

'Escapism at its best... A great read that tells much about the style of war and how the individuals fought.' - Michael Jecks.

1415

England stands on the brink of war with France.

Henry V receives intelligence, through his agent Thomas Chaucer, that the French intend to re-forge their old alliance with Scotland.

The king orders Chaucer and veteran archer Robert Cooper to travel across the border and intercept a French agent, Reynard of Troyes, before he can deliver the gold which will fund Scotland's war with England.

Chaucer also learns of a plot to murder the man that England cannot afford to go to war without. He orders the man-at-arms, Edward Fordham, to remain in the capital, solve the mystery and stop the assassin.

But all is not what it seems.

Some wars are fought in the shadows as well as on the battlefield...

'Band of Brothers: The Game’s Afoot' is a story is action, intrigue and historical insight. It is perfect for fans of Bernard Cornwell, Conn Iggulden and George Macdonald Fraser.

Richard Foreman's books have been widely praised.

Praise for 'Augustus: Son of Rome'

‘Augustus: Son of Rome forges action and adventure with politics and philosophy. This superb story is drenched in both blood and wisdom - and puts Foreman on the map as the coming man of historical fiction’. - Saul David, Author of the Zulu Hart series.

Praise for 'Raffles: The Complete Innings'

‘Classy, humorous and surprisingly touching tales of cricket, friendship and crime.’ - David Blackburn, The Spectator.

Richard Foreman is the author of numerous best-selling books, including 'Augustus: Son of Rome' and the Sword of Rome and Sword of Empire series of historical novellas. He is also the author of Warsaw , a literary novel set during the Second World War. He lives in London. You can find him tweeting at @rforemanauthor.

'Escapism at its best... A great read that tells much about the style of war and how the individuals fought.' - Michael Jecks.





The Game’s Afoot



1415. England stands on the brink of war with France.



Henry V receives intelligence, through his agent Thomas Chaucer, that the French intend to re-forge their old alliance with Scotland. The King orders Chaucer and veteran archer Robert Cooper to travel across the border and intercept a French agent, Reynard of Troyes, before he can deliver the gold which will fund Scotland's war with England.



Chaucer also learns of a plot to murder the man that England cannot afford to go to war without. He orders the man-at-arms, Edward Fordham, to remain in the capital, solve the mystery and stop the assassin. But all is not what it seems. Some wars are fought in the shadows as well as on the battlefield...



Harfleur



1415. Harfleur. The town stands defiant.



Henry V and his army have been repulsed. If the English fail to break the siege then their campaign will be over. Men will die, from disease or starvation. The King instructs one of his agents, Thomas Chaucer, to negotiate a deal with a local French merchant to re-supply the army. But, instead of meeting an ally, Chaucer is about to come face to face with an old enemy.



Henry, in a last throw of the dice, charges the archer Robert Cooper with ending the siege. The bowman forms a plan. The night attack will either save the English army – or damn it. Once more into the breach…


Agincourt





1415. Agincourt. Victory or death. Kill or be killed.



The English are outnumbered. But Henry V is determined that his army won't be outfought. Robert Cooper and his company of archers must face a new threat, as well as do battle with the old enemy. And as the two sides prepare to engage each other the spy, Thomas Chaucer, and his man-at-arms, Edward Fordham, must travel through enemy-held territory, in order to hunt down Reynard de Troyes.



The ruthless French agent will stop at nothing to defeat all his enemies, including Chaucer and Fordham...

Recommended for fans of Bernard Cornwell, Ben Kane and Dan Jones.



'Augustus: Son of Rome':



‘Augustus: Son of Rome forges action and adventure with politics and philosophy. This superb story is drenched in both blood and wisdom - and puts Foreman on the map as the coming man of historical fiction’. - Saul David, Author of the Zulu Hart series.





'Raffles: The Complete Innings':


‘Classy, humorous and surprisingly touching tales of cricket, friendship and crime.’ - David Blackburn, The Spectator.



Richard Foreman is the author of numerous best-selling books, including Augustus: Son of Rome and the Sword of Rome and Sword of Empire series of historical novellas. He is also the author of Crusaders and Warsaw, a literary novel set during the Second World War. He lives in London.