The Gates of Rome

This audio is one of the best historical fiction books I have ever read or listened to. It has the best of what the historical fiction genre should be - a great point of view, well-imagined historical figures who are fleshed out to become real people, thorough research that doesn't get in the way of the story, broad sweep that also narrows down to individual stories. The narrator was excellent - his female characters were good, too - and the story was gripping, causing me to gasp aloud a few times, even though I thought I knew the story of Julius Caesar quite well. If you liked HBO's "Rome," you'll love this - it's like getting the backstory. Just a great example of historical fiction - I'm on to the rest of the series and looking forward to reading more Conn Iggulden.

I thought his Genghis series was great, so I couldn't wait to see what he would do with another historical figure of significance. I wasn't disappointed! He wove a great story and I can't wait for the next installment!

I was doubtul and dubious at first but recent studies of the Middle Ages following Rome's fall got me interested and this author found an ideal way to describe one era of the Roman Republic as it was about to change and make it live............and vitally interesting. I thoroughly enjoyed this book after my early hesitation.

First off Conn Iggulden is one of the best story tellers of historic fiction there is. Even though you know that it's fiction based on real history it comes across so alive and realistic as if you're right there witnessing history in the making that you forget this is his creation and not actual history. I haven't came across anything that wasn't great by this author. The worse part of his books is when you realize it's coming to an end. I'm a trucker and this author really helps eat up a lot of highway. I hope the second book is released before long.....

I loved the story and the narrator did a great job. I really hope the get the rest of this series.

The narrator changes in book 4 in this series, and it is a terrible change. Be forewarned.

This is very good. Please get the other follow-up books. SOON! Download this and enjoy. Also a walk in the 'Finder Series'' by Steven Saylor is a great treat.

This book was fantastic. Where is the rest of the series? Come on Audible!