by Manda Scott
First published 2005
Breaca has become Boudica, the Bringer of Victory, leading the Eceni against Roman occupation in AD 60. Her half-brother Bán serves as an officer in Rome's auxiliary cavalry. Twenty years of resistance culminate in a final revolt as these siblings find themselves on opposite sides of a war that will determine Britain's fate. Each warrior wants the other dead. Between them stand two children, offspring of legendary fighters, caught in a conflict that tears families apart. In Rome, Emperor Claudius controls the destiny of both tribes and individuals. Boudica must rally her people for one last stand against an empire that seeks to destroy their ancient way of life. The druids call upon their gods while Roman legions march toward a confrontation that will reshape Britain forever.
Genres: historical-fiction, adventure, action, ancient-history
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, family-conflict
Setting: Britain, Rome
Period: AD 60
624 pages · Paperback · Bantam
Content warnings: violence, war