Simon Scarrow

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  • Bibliography:
    60 Books (6 Series)
  • First Book:
    October 2001
  • Latest Book:
    October 2024
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About the Author

Simon Scarrow is a UK based author, born in Nigeria in 1962 he now lives in Norfolk. He completed a masters degree at the University of East Anglia after working for the Inland Revenue, and then went into teaching as a lecturer, firstly at East Norfolk Sixth Form College, then at City College Norwich. He is married with two sons.

Full Series List in Order

Arena

1 - Barbarian (Oct-2012)
2 - Challenger (Jan-2013)
3 - First Sword (Mar-2013)
4 - Revenge (May-2013)
5 - Champion (Jul-2013)

Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire

1 - Under the Eagle (Oct-2001)
2 - The Eagle's Conquest (Dec-2002)
3 - When the Eagle Hunts (Feb-2004)
4 - The Eagle and the Wolves (Aug-2003)
5 - The Eagle's Prey (Jul-2004)
6 - The Eagle's Prophecy (Aug-2005)
7 - The Eagle in the Sand (Aug-2006)
8 - Centurion (Dec-2007)
9 - The Gladiator (May-2009)
10 - The Legion (Jul-2011)
11 - Praetorian (Jul-2012)
12 - The Blood Crows (Oct-2013)
13 - Brothers in Blood (Jul-2015)
14 - Britannia (Nov-2015)
15 - Invictus (Apr-2017)
16 - Day of the Caesars (Nov-2017)
17 - The Blood of Rome (Sep-2019)
18 - Traitors of Rome (May-2020)
19 - The Emperor's Exile (Mar-2022)
20 - The Honour of Rome (Aug-2022)
21 - Death to the Emperor (Nov-2022)
22 - Rebellion (Nov-2023)
23 - Revenge of Rome (Oct-2024)

Gladiator

1 - Fight for Freedom (Apr-2012)
2 - Mark of Spartacus (Apr-2013)

Invader

1 - Death Beach (Jun-2014)
2 - Blood Enemy (Aug-2014)
3 - Dark Blade (Dec-2014)
4 - Imperial Agent (Apr-2015)
5 - Sacrifice (Oct-2015)

Revolution

1 - Young Bloods (Feb-2006)
2 - The Generals (Jun-2007)
3 - Fire and Sword (Jan-2009)
4 - The Fields of Death (Jan-2010)

Roman Caratacus

1 - Warrior: The King in Rome (Oct-2022)
2 - Warrior: The Druid's Lair (Nov-2022)
3 - Warrior: The War Prince (Dec-2022)
4 - Warrior: Brothers of the Sword (Jan-2023)
5 - Warrior: Lord of War (Feb-2023)

Book List in Order: 60 titles

  • Under the Eagle

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 1

    In this first book of a new historical fiction series, a crack Roman legion invades Britain in this brazen tale of military adventure, political intrigue and heroism

    It is the year 42 AD, and Centurion Macro, battle-scarred and fearless, is ...

  • The Eagle's Conquest

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 2

    When Centurion Macro and his young subordinate, Optio Cato arrive on the shores of Britain to take part in the Emperor Claudius' invasion in AD 43, Macro knows the desperately outnumbered Roman army will be facing one of the toughest campaigns eve...

  • The Eagle and the Wolves

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 4

    The most dangerous mission of their military careers awaits two heroes of the Roman army in Britain.

    In The Eagle and the Wolves, the epic fourth novel of Simon Scarrow's series, it's A.D. 44 and Vespasian and the Roman Army's Second Legion...

  • When the Eagle Hunts

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 3

    Well-paced and intricately plotted, When the Eagle Hunts is a brazen tale of military adventure, political intrigue, and a suicide mission.


    Is the unflinching courage of the Roman army a match for the ruthless barbarity of the British tr...

  • The Eagle's Prey

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 5

    The mighty Roman army faces Britain's defiant tribes in this epic fifth novel of Simon Scarrow's acclaimed series It is late summer a.d. 44 and the battle-weary Roman legions are in their second year of campaigning against the British tribes. The...

  • The Eagle's Prophecy

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 6

    It is spring 45 AD and Centurions Macro and Cato, dismissed from the Second Legion in Britain, are trapped in Rome, waiting for their involvement in the death of a fellow officer to be investigated. It is then that the imperial secretary, the devious...

  • Young Bloods

    Revolution - 1

    YOUNG BLOODS is the first gripping novel in Simon Scarrow's bestselling Wellington and Napoleon quartet. Perfect for fans of Robert Harris.Arthur Wesley (the future Duke of Wellington) was born and bred to be a leader. With a firm belief that the nat...

  • The Eagle in the Sand

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 7

    Trouble is brewing in Syria, on the eastern frontier of the Roman Empire. With the troops in a deplorable state, centurions Macro and Cato are despatched to restore the competence of the cohort. But another challenge faces them as Bannus, a local tri...

  • The Generals

    Revolution - 2

    THE GENERALS is the compelling second novel in Simon Scarrow's bestselling Wellington and Napoleon quartet. A must read for fans of Bernard Cornwell.In the turbulent aftermath of the French Revolution Napoleon Bonaparte stands accused of treachery an...



  • Centurion

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 8

    The thrilling adventures of two Roman army officers continue in this bestselling novel as the Empire faces a new threat from its enemy Parthia.Parthia is vying with Rome for control of Palmyra, an officially neutral kingdom. Palmyra’s royal househo...

  • Fire and Sword

    Revolution - 3

    FIRE AND SWORD is the unputdownable third novel in Simon Scarrow's bestselling Wellington and Napoleon Quartet. A must read for fans of Robert Harris.1804. Napoleon Bonaparte is Emperor of France, his ultimate aim: to rule Europe. After defeat at the...

  • The Gladiator

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 9

    The fourth thrilling title in Simon Scarrow's epic, bestselling Gladiator seriesMarcus may be free from the brutal training regime of the gladiators but he will not rest until he finds his mother. With his old friends Festus and Lupus at his side, an...

  • The Fields of Death

    Revolution - 4

    THE FIELDS OF DEATH is the epic final novel in Simon Scarrow's bestselling Wellington and Napoleon Quartet. Essential reading for fans of Bernard Cornwell.1809. Viscount Wellington and Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte have made their mark as military comma...

  • The Legion

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 10

    IF YOU DON'T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON'T KNOW ROME!THE LEGION is the action-packed tenth novel in Simon Scarrow's bestselling Eagles of the Empire series. Perfect for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Conn Iggulden.'Scarrow's [novels] rank with the best...

  • Street Fighter

    'It is settled. The boy is in your charge. You will train him to fight. He must be able to use the dagger, throwing-knife, staves and his bare hands. One day young Marcus may well become a gladiator in the arena. But you must also teach him the ways ...

  • Fight for Freedom

    Gladiator - 1

    Eleven-year-old Marcus Cornelius Primus has been torn from hisidyllic childhood and recruited as a gladiator, facing a life of intensetraining governed by strict rules. As he learns what it takes to become anelite warrior, Marcus makes new friends an...

  • The Sword and the Scimitar

    SWORD AND SCIMITAR is the gripping tale of the Great Siege of Malta from Simon Scarrow, bestselling author of the Eagles of the Empire series. A must read for fans of Conn Iggulden and Robert Harris.1565, Malta: a vital outpost between the divided na...

  • Praetorian

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 11

    IF YOU DON'T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON'T KNOW ROME!PRAETORIAN is the gripping eleventh novel in Simon Scarrow's bestselling Eagles of the Empire series. Essential reading for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Conn Iggulden. 'A new book in Simon Scarrow'...

  • Barbarian

    Arena - 1

    The first in a series of action-packed novellas set in Ancient Rome introducing Pavo, a novice gladiator, and featuring Simon Scarrow's ongoing soldier character Optio Macro.It is AD 41. The savage Gaul Britomaris has defeated the best of the Roman g...



  • Challenger

    Arena - 2

    The second novella in Simon Scarrow's Roman Arena series, following novice gladiator Pavo's next gruelling test, which will put mentor Macro's loyalties on the line.Rome under the rule of the ruthless new Emperor Claudius is a dangerous place. Condem...

  • First Sword

    Arena - 3

    The third novella in Simon Scarrow's Roman Arena series sees gladiator Pavo and mentor Macro fight for their lives amid a bloody revolt.The imperial gladiator school in Capua: once the pride of the Roman Empire, lately driven to the brink of ruin by ...

  • Mark of Spartacus

    Gladiator - 2

    Spared from death in the gladiator arena, Marcus Cornelius Primus’s training continues in the city of Rome, where he has been brought to the court of Julius Caesar as guardian to Caesar’s young niece. Danger lurks around every corner on the stree...

  • Revenge

    Arena - 4

    The opening day of the Games in Rome is a time for celebration in honour of the new Emperor. But for Marcus Valerius Pavo, a young military tribune fallen from grace, only despair awaits. Along with former mentor, Optio Macro, Pavo must fight for his...

  • Champion

    Arena - 5

    The fifth and final instalment in Simon Scarrow's electrifying ARENA series sees gladiator Pavo face his most gruelling battle yet as strives to avenge his father's death.From the moment his father was executed in the arena for an act of treason, for...

  • The Blood Crows

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 12

    IF YOU DON'T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON'T KNOW ROME!THE BLOOD CROWS is the unputdownable twelfth novel in Simon Scarrow's bestselling Eagles of the Empire series. A must read for fans of Bernard Cornwell. Praise for Simon Scarrow's gripping novels: ...

  • Son of Spartacus

    FREE from slavery, Marcus is determined to find and save his kidnapped mother. Meanwhile, his master Julius Caesar wants Marcus to help destroy the bands of rebel slaves and their leader Brixus, who plans to unite a slave army and resurrect the cause...

  • Vengeance

    The fourth thrilling title in Simon Scarrow's epic, bestselling Gladiator series Marcus may be free from the brutal training regime of the gladiators but he will not rest until he finds his mother. With his old friends Festus and Lupus at his side, a...

  • The Zealot

    Trouble is brewing on the eastern frontier of the Roman Empire. The troops are in a deplorable state, while the corrupt behavior of their senior officers threatens to undermine the army’s control of the region. To restore the competence of the men ...

  • Death Beach

    Invader - 1

    The first novella in the gripping INVADER series, set in Roman Britain, AD 44, from Sunday Times bestselling authors Simon Scarrow and T. J. AndrewsThe invasion of Britannia has been bloody and relentless, and still the barbaric islanders have not be...



  • Blood Enemy

    Invader - 2

    The second novella in the gripping INVADER series, set in Roman Britain, AD 44, from Sunday Times bestselling authors Simon Scarrow and T. J. AndrewsBritannia is a nightmare campaign setting for the brave soldiers of the Second Legion. Horatius Figul...

  • Dark Blade

    Invader - 3

    The third novella in the gripping INVADER series, set in Roman Britain, AD 44, from Sunday Times bestselling authors Simon Scarrow and T. J. AndrewsDespite defeat in battle, Britannia's natives continue to resist their Roman conquerors. All attempts ...

  • Imperial Agent

    Invader - 4

    The fourth novella in the gripping INVADER series, set in Roman Britain, AD 44, from Sunday Times bestselling authors Simon Scarrow and T. J. AndrewsIn the winter of AD 44, Rome's plan to install a friendly king in the most hostile area of Britannia ...

  • Brothers in Blood

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 13

    The heart-pounding newest installment in the Roman Legion series A messenger on the streets of Rome has been intercepted and tortured, revealing a plot to sabotage the Roman army's campaign against Caratacus, commander of Britannia's native tribes...

  • Sacrifice

    Invader - 5

    The gripping final novella in the INVADER series, set in Roman Britain, AD 45, from Sunday Times bestselling authors Simon Scarrow and T. J. Andrews.Britannia, AD 45. Rome's plan to establish a new friendly king over a hostile native tribe is in grav...

  • Britannia

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 14

    IF YOU DON'T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON'T KNOW ROME!A Sunday Times bestseller. Shortlisted for the Wilbur Smith Adventure Writing Prize.Simon Scarrow's veteran Roman soldier heroes face a cunning and relentless enemy in BRITANNIA, the unforgettable ...

  • Hearts of Stone

    The fierce courage of the men and women of the Greek Resistance is brought to vivid life in Sunday Times bestseller Simon Scarrow''s powerful novel of World War II. ''Gripping... [a] moving narrative of friendships broken by war and betrayal'' Sun...

  • Invader

    INVADER is a Sunday Times bestseller from Simon Scarrow (author of the bestsellers BRITANNIA and CENTURION) and T. J. Andrews, co-author of the bestselling INVADER. Featuring the Roman army officer Figulus in first-century Britannia, INVADER is n...

  • Invictus

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 15

    IF YOU DON'T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON'T KNOW ROME!The Sunday Times bestseller. INVICTUS is a gripping, authentic and exciting novel of the Roman army from bestselling author Simon Scarrow. Not to be missed by readers of Conn Iggulden and Bernard C...

  • Playing With Death

    HOW WAS A MAN KILLED WHILE ALONE IN A LOCKED ROOM? IS IT THE PERFECT MURDER?It's a case for FBI Special Agent Rose Blake. Still raw after a notorious serial killer slipped through her net, Rose will do whatever it takes - including putting her own li...



  • Day of the Caesars

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 16

    The Sunday Times bestsellerAD 54. Claudius is dead. Rome is in turmoil. And two brave heroes of the Roman army face the challenge of their lives. Simon Scarrow's DAY OF THE CAESARS is not to be missed by readers of Conn Iggulden and Bernard Cornwell....

  • The Black Flag

    The Sunday Times bestseller!It is AD 25. Pirate ships strike terror in the hearts of those who brave the seas of the Roman Empire. When young Telemachus joins the crew of the merchant ship Selene, he's delighted to escape the rough streets of Piraeus...

  • The Gates of Stone

    The second ebook novella in the brand new Roman pirate series by Sunday Times bestselling authors Simon Scarrow and T. J. Andrews.AD 25, the Adriaticum. Pirate ships hunt merchantmen across the stormy waters of the vast seas. But their control of the...

  • Hunters of the Sea

    The third in the new Roman pirate series of ebook novellas from the Sunday Times bestselling authors Simon Scarrow and T. J. Andrews.AD 25. As Roman naval squadrons patrol the Adriaticum, a young pirate captain hunts for prey. But his most dangerous ...

  • Sea of Blood

    The fourth in the new Roman pirate series of ebook novellas from the Sunday Times bestselling authors Simon Scarrow and T. J. Andrews.AD 25. Across the treacherous waters of the Adriaticum, rival pirate ships and Roman squadrons battle for control. O...

  • The Pirate Chief

    The fifth episode in the new Roman pirate series of ebook novellas from the Sunday Times bestselling authors Simon Scarrow and T. J. Andrews. AD 25. Mighty Rome is reclaiming control of the pirate-haunted seas, endangering the livelihoods of the pira...

  • The Blood of Rome

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 17

    Don't miss the next epic novel in the Eagles of the Empire series - TRAITORS OF ROME is out on 14th November 2019, and available for pre-order now!THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERThe gripping and action-packed new adventure in Simon Scarrow's bestselling ...

  • Traitors of Rome

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 18

    TRAITORS OF ROME: THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERAn enthralling Cato and Macro adventure from bestselling author Simon Scarrow. Not to be missed by readers of Conn Iggulden and Bernard Cornwell. AD 56. Battle-hardened veterans of the Roman army Tribune C...

  • Blackout

    #1 Sunday Times bestselling author “Atmosphere, sharp intrigue, and a host of fascinating characters all combine to make this one the next addition to your keeper shelf." -- Steve Berry, New York Times bestselling authorFans of Philip Kerr’s Ber...

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  • The Emperor's Exile

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 19

    The Sunday Times bestseller - a thrilling new adventure in Simon Scarrow's acclaimed Eagles of the Empire series. Perfect for readers of Conn Iggulden and Bernard Cornwell. READERS CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF SIMON SCARROW'S BOOKS!'I could not put it down' *...

  • The Honour of Rome

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 20

    A stunning novel of courage, camaraderie and deadly enemies from the Sunday Times bestselling author of Centurion and The Emperor's Exile.AD 59. BRITANNIA. TENSION IS SIMMERING. DANGER LIES ROUND EVERY CORNER FOR ROME'S BRAVE SOLDIERS ...Fifteen year...

  • Warrior: The King in Rome

    Roman Caratacus - 1

    WARRIOR: THE KING IN ROME is the first ebook novella in the WARRIOR series, telling the dramatic story of Caratacus - barbarian enemy of Rome.Don't miss DEATH TO THE EMPEROR - the thrilling new Eagles of the Empire adventure featuring Macro and Cato!...

  • Death to the Emperor

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 21

    AD 60. Britannia. The Boudica Revolt begins . . .Macro and Cato - heroes of the Roman Empire - face a ruthless enemy set on revenge The Roman Empire's hold on the province of Britannia is fragile. The tribes implacably opposed to Rome have grown cun...

  • Warrior: The Druid's Lair

    Roman Caratacus - 2

    WARRIOR: THE DRUIDS' LAIR is the second ebook novella in the WARRIOR series, telling the dramatic story of Caratacus - barbarian enemy of Rome.Don't miss DEATH TO THE EMPEROR - the thrilling new Eagles of the Empire adventure featuring Macro and Cato...

  • Warrior: The War Prince

    Roman Caratacus - 3

    The stunning third ebook novella in the WARRIOR series, telling the dramatic story of Caratacus, Britannia's barbarian warlord. From the Sunday Times bestselling authors of INVADER and PIRATA.Don't miss DEATH TO THE EMPEROR - the thrilling new Eagle...

  • Warrior: Brothers of the Sword

    Roman Caratacus - 4

    WARRIOR: BROTHERS OF THE SWORD is the fourth ebook novella in the WARRIOR series, telling the dramatic story of Caratacus - barbarian enemy of RomeDon't miss DEATH TO THE EMPEROR - the thrilling new Eagles of the Empire adventure featuring Macro and ...

  • Dead of Night

    As Germany strangles under the tight grip of the Nazi Party, the frozen winter of 1940 brings even more reasons to fear the dark in the crackling new WWII crime novel from #1 Sunday Times bestselling author Simon Scarrow â€" perfect for fans of Phili...

  • Warrior: Lord of War

    Roman Caratacus - 5

    WARRIOR: LORD OF WAR is the fifth and final ebook novella in the WARRIOR series, telling the dramatic story of Caratacus - barbarian enemy of Rome.Don't miss DEATH TO THE EMPEROR - the thrilling new Eagles of the Empire adventure featuring Macro and ...

  • Rebellion

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 22

    An epic military adventure novel pits Roman army heroes Macro and Cato against Boudica: the terrifying Queen of the Britons. From bestselling Simon Scarrow, author of Death to the Emperor and The Honour of Rome1st-century Britannia is the setting for...

  • Revenge of Rome

    Cato and Macro / Eagles of the Empire - 23

    An epic new Roman adventure from the number one bestseller, Simon Scarrow.1st-century Britannia is the setting for an epic and action-packed novel of tribal rebellions, battles to the death and great courage in the Roman army ranks.The 23rd Eagles o...

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Simon Scarrow has published 60 books.

The next book by Simon Scarrow, Revenge of Rome, will be published in October 2024.

The first book by Simon Scarrow, Under the Eagle, was published in October 2001.

Yes. Simon Scarrow has 6 series.
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