'The Invasion of Gaul' in the 'Marius' Mules' series by S.J.A. Turney is a historical fiction novel set during Julius Caesar's campaign to seize Gaul. The story is narrated through the eyes of the Roman legate Fronto, who is a friend of Caesar and a senior staff officer in his army. The author presents Caesar as a political general who relies on carefully chosen staff officers to plan battles, shedding light on the political and military complexities faced during this period.
The writing style of the book is engaging, with a well-controlled plot that maintains a steady pace of action. The author's attention to historical accuracy and detail, combined with an entertaining narrative, provides readers with an informative yet enjoyable read about the chaotic years leading to the demise of the Roman Republic.
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Content warnings for The Invasion of Gaul include medium-level violence and depictions of war, which may not be suitable for sensitive readers.
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It is 58 BC and the mighty Tenth Legion, camped in Northern Italy , prepare for the arrival of the most notorious general in Roman history: Julius Caesar.
Marcus Falerius Fronto, commander of the Tenth is a career soldier and long-time companion of Caesar's. Despite his desire for the simplicity of the military life, he cannot help but be drawn into intrigue and politics as Caesar engineers a motive to invade the lands of Gaul.
Fronto is about to discover that politics can be as dangerous as battle, that old enemies can be trusted more than new friends, and that standing close to such a shining figure as Caesar, even the most ethical of men risk being burned.
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