The Gates of Rome Audiobook (Unabridged)

" Great historical novel. The whole series of book is a great read. Start with Ceasar as a boy and goes through his whole like. Another fav author. Love these epic historical authors. "

" I really enjoyed this book. Picked it up in a YHA exchange in Australia and was upset that I had to wait for the sequels to be written! I don't know how accurate the historical part of the book is, but it's fun and might I add rather swashbuckling! "

" Greg and I both loved this series. I was surprised that I would enjoy such a masculine read. It really peaked my interest into that time era. "

" In my opinion, if facts are known about people and circumstances, use them, then you can add your own interpretation of the grey areas. This guy completely ignores known facts and makes up his own! "

" i really enjoyed this book. the characters were well-developed, the story was interesting and exciting, and i especially liked the inclusion of factual information at the end of the novel. i intend to read the rest of the series. "

" Conn Iggulden blends fact with fiction (and explains the differences in a historical note at the book's conclusion) to create a tale that is both exhilarating and believable. The novel focuses on Julius Caesar as a youth, but weaves a tapestry that fully recognizes the complex leader Caesar would become; he is a rich personage to say the least. The uncompromising actions sequences are relentless if not a bit gory (a la Jack Whyte) , and the quickly established friendship with Marcus Brutus (cause you know how that ends...Et tu, Brute) is masterfully handled. I can only pray that the rest of the series is as good. All hail Caesar!! - "

" Having read Conn Iggulden's Genghis series, this first book of the Emperor series doesn't start of with enough of a bang but ends up pretty well, setting one up with anticipation for the next one! "

" A good historical fiction book which provides a great insight into the culture of ancient Rome. "

" I thought this was a great book. I loved the story and characters and can't wait to read the next one. I had never heard of this author but I am going to start reading more of his stuff. "

" Greatest historical fiction writer ever "

" Love it - even the second time around. I cant wait till my next holiday when I allow myself some more adventure so I can read the next one for the second time also. "

" This is a f***ing great book! If you like historical fiction (and this is pretty acurate) you should deffinitley check it out! "

" This is an excellent book. Great descriptions of actions scenes as well as other types of scenes. You will be glad you read it and it moves a long quickly. "

" I enjoyed reading it, but it is far too loose with history. "

" My wife found this book at the airport on an empty seat! It is one of the best books I've ever read. I recommended it to at least 10 friends that I worked with and they all loved it. Great story with a twist at the end. This series is awesome!!! "

" A well written novel narrating the story of Gaius Julius' early years. Iggulden effectively blurred the lines of fiction with the very sketchy history of Gaius. "

" Sidvändare. Historiskt känns det hyfsat verklighetstroget. Fick mig att vilja veta mer om Rom och Caesar. "

" I enjoyed this book, looking forward to continuing in the series. "

" I really give this a 3.5. I thought it started slow but was captivated by the end. I am looking forward to reading the rest of the series. The book ended with an inticong cliff hanger. "

" This series really piqued my interest in Roman military and political history. Fantastic character driven story and a raw and powerful description of life in Roman times. "

" So darn awesome. A great introduction into the Emperor series. "

" Having read Conn Iggulden's Genghis series, this first book of the Emperor series doesn't start of with enough of a bang but ends up pretty well, setting one up with anticipation for the next one! "

" A fine series and hard to put down, if you can stand the gore-quotient. "

" Good story/ Standard writingFiction, Julius Caesar- Good enough to read, like a standard John Grisham with a cooler story. "