The "Emperor"Series(Conn Iggulden)

Anyone who got hooked on the novels about the life and exploits of Richard Sharpe-even more after Sean Bean brought him to life on the television screen-would appreciate the work of an author like Conn Iggulden.The books in this series were released too slowly for me as I devoured them one by one,fascinated by the story of one of the worlds' greatest commanders-Julius Caesar.

Critic,Barry Forshaw isn't very wide of the mark when he notes"It's only matter of time before Hollywood gets its hand on this property, with its copious action, mighty sea battles and vivid backdrops--but this is the way to enjoy it, leaping with vigour from the" printed page."