The Forgotten Legion - E-book - ePub

In the heart of the ancient Black Forest, a disgraced Roman legion fights for its very survival against the barbarian tribes of Germania. Led by Marcus Valerius, a general stripped of his rank after a humiliating defeat, the XVIth Legion embarks on a desperate quest to redeem their honor and pride as soldiers of Rome. But the path that lies before them is one drenched in blood, betrayal, and unspeakable hardship.
First ambushed and enslaved by the brutal Svevi tribe, Marcus and his men must endure horrific torments before rising up in a blaze of vengeance. Their fury burns the Svevi village to ashes, but it's only the first obstacle in an endless gauntlet of misery. Seeking shelter with the more advanced Chatti people, the legion is betrayed once more and nearly exterminated in a vicious massacre. Only a handful of survivors, including the indomitable Centurion Flavius, manage to escape into the wilds.
As they flee deeper into the primordial Black Forest, every day is a battle for survival against hostile barbarians, the elements, and the defiance of nature itself. Battered and all but broken, Marcus and his men are forced to endure a harrowing winter trek across the Germanic wilderness. Stalked by bloodthirsty tribesmen and supernatural entities, they must burn through the last reserves of their strength and sanity to have any hope of reaching the safety of the Rhine.
In this gritty, unflinching tale of Roman honor and barbaric cruelty, no sacrifice is too great as the XVIth Legion carves their legacy as one of the most formidable, tragic forces in the empire's history. Pushing the boundaries of human endurance and martial prowess, they will stop at nothing to restore their reputation as Rome's most feared soldiers. The Forgotten Legion is a visceral, action-packed saga that transports readers into the dark, unrelenting heart of the ancient Germanic forests.
Brimming with battle scenes, acts of savagery and heroism, it pays brutal tribute to the indomitable spirit of the Roman legions. A must-read for fans of historical fiction at its most immersive and intense.