The Historical Fiction Company Book of the Year
Codex - The Serpents of Caesar 2
Formats: E-Book, Paperback
Ages: 18+
History meets fantasy in Ancient Rome.
Verendus is an officer in the Praetorian Guard’s elite cohort of spies and assassins. Known as Caesar’s Serpents, its troops are fierce, formidable, and feared. Now they are after him.
When Verendus undertook an unauthorised mission to deliver a box to safekeeping, he hadn’t realised he’d be risking his life. Prefect Galenius, commander of the Guard, has set Caesar’s Serpents on his trail and they will kill to obtain the codex within that box.
Convinced that the codex contains information vital to Galenius’ plot to overthrow the emperor, Verendus enlists the help of fugitive handmaid Corinna to translate the ancient pages. Corinna, however, has her own agenda.
As unrest stirs across the Empire, Verendus strives to safeguard the codex and unlock its secret. But with allies diminishing, and Galenius’ net closing, time is running out for him.
Gold Medal Winner: "Historical Alternative" Category HFC Book of the Year Contest 2024
Reviews
"This second volume of The Serpents of Caesar series immerses readers in a vividly reconstructed first-century Roman Empire … Codex is a historical fantasy masterpiece with its engrossing characters, well drawn world-building, and deftly paced plot." The Historical Fiction Company: Five Star " Highly Recommended" Award of Excellence
"A thrilling read, perfect for fans of historical fiction, political intrigue, and action-packed adventure."
