by Alex Gough
First published 2024
Caesars General follows the meteoric career of Lucius Valerius, a brilliant young Roman commander who ascends to the heights of power in the chaotic final years of the Republic. As Lucius navigates the treacherous political currents of Rome, he must confront ruthless rivals, quell provincial uprisings, and forge alliances with the likes of Caesar and Pompey. But with each victory, Lucius finds himself drawn deeper into a web of deceit and personal sacrifice, until he faces the ultimate test of his loyalty and his morals. In the end, Lucius must choose between his ambition and his honor, with the fate of the Republic hanging in the balance.
Genres: historical-fiction, military-fiction, adventure, action
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, power-struggle
Setting: Rome, Roman Republic
Period: Final Years of the Roman Republic
Hardcover