The Falling Sword (Clash of Empires)

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Now Brennus the Gaul, Tarquinius the Etruscan soothsayer and Romulus, bastard son of a Roman nobleman, are prisoners of Parthia. I got through to the end but felt that the last third was rushed and the story became so unlikely that it was difficult to remain interested.

The Falling Sword” continues the struggle between Macedonia and Rome, the same four main characters giving a wide ranging scope and depth to the conflict from the rulers to the soldiers.It might sound odd to compare historical fiction with a fantasy series but much of the writing is similar between the two .

What I particularly like about Ben Kane books though is the fact that because he tells the story from both sides of the conflict, he is able to deliver a truly well rounded and complete history of the events. Lesser enemies (non- elites) are also forcibly moved around (essentially knocked back within the area every 0. Both of the antagonists face their own battles from within their respective camps as well as on the battle field, as well as the comradeship of their friends and family members. But why make a deliberate decision to turn an idealistic (if ambitious) sort of fellow into the epitome of scum?I didn’t know about this period or this war but because of “Clash of Empires” and this sequel I’ve been thoroughly immersed in it and feel very glad of the experience. As with the previous book in the sequence, this one tells the story from each side of the conflict, allowing us to explore how Philip and Flaminius saw each other - and their various allies. He's one of my favourite narrators and as this book progressed it became clearer all the time that he is actually the perfect fit for it.

If they didn't kill someone, break the law, or make a life-ruining mistake, I don't have a problem seeing what happened through the eyes of the mistake maker. In addition, Falling Sword's damage is increased by 10% for every yard you travel while charging the attack. Thanks to my wife and son and newly arrived baby daughter for keeping me grounded, most of the time. By completing your purchase, you agree to Audible's Conditions of Use and authorise Audible to charge your designated card or any other card on file. In keeping with the books’ decision to use different POV characters to tell different aspects of the story, Philip gets all the military strategy and Flamininus all the politics.

Reeling from his defeat at the hands of the Macedonians, Rome's furious General Flamininus gathers his legions for the final strike on King Philip's mighty phalanx. But between vicious infighting, unruly locals, and intense battle, both will be tested as the final showdown between two great civilisations begins.