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Triumph in Dust (Twilight of Empire) Paperback – July 11, 2019

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When the simmering conflict between Rome and Persia threatens to reignite into open war, there is only one man the Emperor Constantine can trust to hold the eastern frontier. Aurelius Castus, retired general of the empire, has fought long and hard for Rome. When the summons comes to command an army once more, he obeys with a heavy heart. But is he still the fearsome fighting machine of old? As tragedy strikes the imperial household, Castus must race to defend the last bulwark standing against the might of Persia. Castus knows that the fight ahead will be the fiercest he has ever known, and will very probably be his last.

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    Twilight of Empire
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    Head of Zeus
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    July 11, 2019
  6. Dimensions
    7.76 x 1.22 x 5.12 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    1784975354
  8. ISBN-13
    978-1784975357
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Ian Ross was born in England, and studied painting before turning to writing fiction. He has travelled widely, and after a year in Italy teaching English and exploring the ruins of empire reawakened his early love for ancient history, he returned to the UK with growing fascination for the period known as late antiquity. He has been researching and writing about the later Roman world and its army for over a decade. ianjamesross.com @IanRossAuthor

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Head of Zeus (July 11, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 480 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1784975354
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1784975357
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.76 x 1.22 x 5.12 inches
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Ian Ross lives in England, and has been researching and writing historical fiction for over a decade.

His 'Twilight of Empire' series, set in the 4th Century AD, followed the rise of the Emperor Constantine and the transformation of the Roman world. His latest novel, 'Battle Song', will be the first of a trilogy set in medieval England, during the dramatic conflicts of the 13th Century Barons War.

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Aurelian_Invictus
5.0 out of 5 stars Superb read
Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2020
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What can I say Ian Ross knows his period- but also makes sure his books flow with great stories and engaging characters. Highest recommendation.
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Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars Sad it's over!
Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2020
This final volume of Twilight Of Empire is a worthy conclusion to the series. The Siege alone is worth the read. Ian Ross is fantastic.
I hope he continues to bless us with his writing talents in other adventures set amongst the Roman empire.
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Bridget
5.0 out of 5 stars A superb finale to the series of 6 epic, spellbinding adventures featuring Aurelius Castus.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 12, 2023
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Ian Ross has written six outstanding historical adventures involving a compelling hero, Aurelius Castus. Castus is a quintessential fighting soldier in the Armies of later Roman Emperors. His glittering but troubled military career takes us from the wild outposts of Hadrian's Wall to the deserts of Syria and Mesopotamia, via the dark and menacing Gallic forests. Not only is this series a tale about how the Legions fought against the enemies of Rome, but also one of the continual tragic civil wars that pitted former 'brothers in arms' against each other. There is a continual backdrop of intrigue and the machinations of the devious power-brokers, who exploited the unhesitating loyalty and integrity of the humble Roman soldier. It also makes it clear just how brilliant was the Roman Empire's system of folding former adversaries into a wider commonwealth. This was the administrative, business, commercial and financial structure of the Latin-speaking world. The way that rival Imperial candidates rose through adulation in battle, clashed and then succumbed invariably to the monstrous corruption of absolute power is also handled with finesse.

Castus is a warfighting machine of great efficiency but he is also a deeply decent and honourable man. His credo is quite simple - he is wonderfully loyal (sometimes at first naively so), to his superiors - but it is clear that his primary duty will always be to put his comrades in arms and trusted subordinates first. In countless exploits, we see him pitted against overwhelming odds and winning through from the front, in a way that is entirely believable. This is because Ian Ross understands instinctively what motivates fighting soldiers and makes a disciplined force. His description of close quarter battle and leadership is as good as any to be found. His grasp of minor tactics, the technologies and methods developed by the Roman Empire's armed forces, is both deft and compelling.

Aurelius Castus should rank amongst the foremost heroes of military literature. From humble beginnings as a simple conscript from Rome's Danubian provinces, the story of his rise reveals a remarkable meritocracy that allowed those proven in battle to achieve high rank. He survives on his wits, on a brawny physique and his brand of 'tough love' for the men he serves. Castus is also a hopeless romantic and his amorous entanglements are also well-handled, subtle, poignant and ring true,. This adds a love interest to each book that lends extra warmth and humanity to the epic tale of this believable hero's battle for survival, at ever higher levels of command.

This author and this series surely deserve the highest recommendation. The Castus books ought to become in time as much of a classic as the works of other great military historian-novelists such as Bernard Cornwell, John Masters and CS Forester. Empires wax and wane and technologies evolve, but the Castus books present an unflinching view of reality from great power strategy to how soldiers behave and survive in a close fight. The messages contained are as true today as they were on the battlefields of two millennia ago. Those who simply enjoy a 'thundering good read' should enjoy them every bit as much as the professional military reader or historian.
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chase doyle
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read series for everyone
Reviewed in Canada on June 14, 2020
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First of all, Ian Ross definitely knows how too tell an amazing story! New readers should of course go back and start at 'War at the edge of the world' this is where we first see our main character start his journey and let me tell you, this is a journey you don't wanna miss! Even though the main character and some of the people around him are fictional, he comes into contact with alot of real characters aswell. Anyone interested in Roman history will not be disappointed with this series.
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Cliente Amazon
3.0 out of 5 stars arrived at last
Reviewed in Italy on August 27, 2019
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The book has arrived today, 7 days later, after I had already asked the Book Depository for replacement. I love Ian Ross's books.
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Eddie Ozols
5.0 out of 5 stars Great End to a Fantastic Series
Reviewed in Australia on December 10, 2022
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I have read all six books in the series this year 2022, following Constantine and Aurelius Castus from Britain to Mesopotamia in Antioch.

Along the way I've learned about the Roman Empire and the history of the empire from Constantine and his bring the whole empire u derived his rule to his death.

It's been an amazing series and the final book has so many twists and turns that highlight Ian Ross' skill as a writer.

What will I read now?
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Terry Bryant
5.0 out of 5 stars Exciting Ending to a Super Series
Reviewed in Canada on July 29, 2021
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Triumph in Dust was an excellent series ender as it tied together the entire Twilight of Empire Series in the most but unusual conclusion. I would recommend this series to anyone who enjoys a romp through Roman fiction!
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