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Ends of the Earth: A historical adventure thriller of the Roman Empire based on real events (Epic Adventure) Kindle Edition

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From the bestselling author of Silk Road comes a brand-new, sweeping action epic about the lost legion of Carrhae. Set against a sprawling canvas of Parthia, the Han dynasty, the Seven Seas of ancient Arab traders, and Rome in the last days of the Republic, this is historical adventure on a breathtaking scale.

Roman Empire, 53BC: In the wake of catastrophic defeat at the battle of Carrhae, Roman tribune, Valerius, is taken prisoner at the far reaches of the Parthian Empire. It is the ends of the earth, and he vows to somehow find a way home.

In Rome, Pompey and Caesar battle for absolute power in the last days of the Republic, and senators plot to take sides, as the city convulses into riot and civil war. No one is safe.

Valerius soon realises that if he ever does find his way back, his problems will be far from over. Dark secrets will not stay buried. Politics and intrigue bend to no man. And standing between him and his wife is the man who abandoned him to die on the battlefield.

'Blazing with adventure, epic in scope, and utterly compulsive.' Waterstone’s UK.

'Spectacular historical fiction blazing with romance, intrigue and dramatic action.' Booklist.

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Translated into 25 languages.

Part thriller. Part history. All adventure.
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'A fantastic read.'
Wilbur Smith

'A helluva good read... skillfully brings to life a vibrant and exotic historical period.'
Noble Smith

'Makes dry history into a real rip-roaring read.'
Forum Magazine

'Spectacular historical fiction blazing with intrigue, romance and dramatic action.'
Booklist

'A magisterial tale.'
Daily Mail UK

'Living history at its best.'
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'Falconer's grasp of period and places is almost flawless... he's my kind of writer.'
The Australian

'Poignant characterization, dazzling dialogue, and impeccable research.'
Bibliotica

'Truly made this historical era come alive.'
Historical Novel Review

'Nothing short of brilliant!'
History and Women

'Sure to find its way onto the bookshelves of lovers of a thrilling tale.'
Liverpool Daily Post

'Moves along at a cracking pace, the narrative fraught with action and tension at every turn.'
Bookmuse

'Beautifully written in typical Falconer style with plenty of snap and sharpness, and wonderfully researched.'
Great Historicals

'A great read.'
Martina Cole

'In the same bare-knuckled school as Simon Scarrow, Steven Pressfield and Ben Kane.'
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From the Author

Ends of the Earth is part of my Epic Adventure series.

Part thriller. Part history. All adventure.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CMD4B5MG
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Skyview Publishing; 1st edition (November 11, 2023)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 11, 2023
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 743 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 409 pages
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Colin Falconer

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Multi-bestselling Amazon author Colin Falconer writes historical adventure thrillers, sweeping action epics drawn from many periods of history. Click FOLLOW for instant notification of new releases. Join his mailing list for Kindle deals and book updates.

Colin has been a writer all his life. He started out in advertising as a copywriter, then worked as a journalist, a magazine columnist and a script writer for radio and television before becoming a full-time novelist. He has published over thirty novels that have been translated into 25 languages.

He loves adventure and travel. Research trips have seen him running with bulls in Spain, cage diving with sharks in South Africa, travelling the Silk Road, chasing black witches across Mexico and climbing the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco.

When not travelling or writing, his hobbies are India Pale Ale and the acoustic guitar. Born and raised in London, he now lives in Fremantle with his wife and spaniels, one of whom has become a minor celebrity on Facebook, where Colin stays in touch with readers.

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4.5 out of 5 stars
2,838 global ratings

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Customers find the storyline very good and the history of Rome great. They also appreciate the writing style as very well written and the details of their journey keep their interest.

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Customers find the storyline very good, compelling, and filled with interesting characters. They also say the ending is very clever and the suspense at times was thrilling. Customers also mention that the book has glimpses of real history and is the best Roman novel they have read.

"I wouldn’t consider this elevated writing or plot but it was entertaining and perfect for summer reading at the beach." Read more

"...Well researched and full of plot twists covering much of the world from the Roman Empire to china." Read more

"...Valerius' character and determination make a good story. And it is a change from ex CIA, or other ex agents, out for revenge...." Read more

"...Fast moving and exciting plot. A sudden but successful ending." Read more

4 customers mention "Writing style"4 positive0 negative

Customers find the writing style very well written and the details of their journey keep their interest.

"Leads you thru the life of a soldier in Roman times. Very well written and the details of their journey kept my interest!" Read more

"...And Falconer's style is first class, literary and entrancing." Read more

"The story was engaging and the writing done well, but it lacked emotion. The characters were emotionless and flat, very much a lost opportunity...." Read more

"This is fairly well written but having not read earlier versions dealing with these characters, I didn't have the backstory...." Read more

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Miranda S.
5.0 out of 5 stars exciting mind candy
Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2024
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I wouldn’t consider this elevated writing or plot but it was entertaining and perfect for summer reading at the beach.
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JEN
4.0 out of 5 stars Great story
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2023
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Leads you thru the life of a soldier in Roman times. Very well written and the details of their journey kept my interest!
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airpinto
5.0 out of 5 stars can’t put down book
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2024
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Great historical novel as usual from Colin Falconer. Well researched and full of plot twists covering much of the world from the Roman Empire to china.
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Kindle Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Glad I found this author
Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2024
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Another good read. The back story is probably close to true. Valerius' character and determination make a good story. And it is a change from ex CIA, or other ex agents, out for revenge. Or some corrupt politician.
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P. Carson
4.0 out of 5 stars From the Defeat of a Legion to the Death of Caesar
Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2023
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A long series of adventures spanning China to Rome. Fascinating knowledge of countries, peoples, and history. Fast moving and exciting plot. A sudden but successful ending.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Another Colin Falconer page turner!
Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2024
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His writing captivates you to the last word!
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Lorenzo Porricelli
5.0 out of 5 stars It doesn't get any more exciting than this
Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2024
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Thrilling, inventive, great cast of characters intertwined with history so well. And Falconer's style is first class, literary and entrancing.
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Chris Boswell
3.0 out of 5 stars Epic and a very good story, but flat and emotionless
Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2024
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The story was engaging and the writing done well, but it lacked emotion. The characters were emotionless and flat, very much a lost opportunity. Congratulations to the writer on this epic novel, but it needed more depth. I was never lost in the characters. The main character never really had an arc. Its a worthy read but it's not more than 3 stars.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Another great w
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 29, 2024
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Well researched tale,interspersed with historic figures and far of countries. Falconer spins a fascinating tale hard to put down. Hopefully more to follow.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Ends of the Earth
Reviewed in Australia on April 8, 2024
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Another intriguing read by Colin - detail, emotion and atmosphere in this one. Colin just doesn’t write bad books! The Roman Empire at its best and worst with real heroes and villians, too….can’t wait for the next one.
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david austin
5.0 out of 5 stars Great story telling
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 3, 2024
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Loved this book great characters and all in

all an enjoyable story. I can not recommend this book enough and now on to the next one
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Paul Hawkridge
4.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining Read
Reviewed in Australia on November 17, 2023
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The book is set around the turbulent events that include the ill fated invasion of Parthia by Crassus, his subsequent defeat and death at the battle of Carrhae, the civil war between Caesar and Pompey for control of Rome and finally the death of Caesar at the hands of Brutus and his senate confederates. Falconer weaves an entertaining story around these pivotal events in Romes history. The author is an accomplished story teller with a nice style that’s never dull.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST read!Another fantastic read by Colin Falconer!!
Reviewed in Canada on January 4, 2024
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Another fantastic read by Colin Falconer!!

No spoilers: falconer is my favorite modern writer. He writes characters that I cant help falling in love with. I Was scared and angry about the situation the main characters had been put into. I genuinely loved the wife of the main Tribune. I felt so strongly for her. This is a tale of adventure, war, torture, death, greed, and true love.

Dont wait to read this epic, but sad historical fiction
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5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST read!Another fantastic read by Colin Falconer!!
Reviewed in Canada on January 4, 2024
Another fantastic read by Colin Falconer!!

No spoilers: falconer is my favorite modern writer. He writes characters that I cant help falling in love with. I Was scared and angry about the situation the main characters had been put into. I genuinely loved the wife of the main Tribune. I felt so strongly for her. This is a tale of adventure, war, torture, death, greed, and true love.

Dont wait to read this epic, but sad historical fiction
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