2nd Edition of the first novel in the REPUBLIC'S END series-
From Darkness is undergoing a full reedit which is expected to go live in September 2020. Announcement to follow!
In the first century BC, under the backdrop of actual historical events, a series of characters from all walks of life struggle with their circumstances. FROM DARKNESS is epic historical fiction set in the last years of the Roman Republic.
New opening sequence - click here to read it
Sorry I'm so far behind. Beside having a full-time job, I also try to become a better writer and felt I needed to rework From Darkness one last time to improve my craft BEFORE reworking and launching Into Dawn.
Into Dawn continues the characters from FROM DARKNESS and adds a few more. As I am currently wrapping up the multiple storylines, the time for you to let me know what you would like me to include is getting short. Click the Learn More button for details and please use the email tool to let me know.
Color, added detail and travel routes
Color, added detail and campaign routes
Color, added detail and campaign/travel routes
My own depiction of the Julii family tree, meant to show the most important family connections spanning from Caesar's great-grandfather to his great-nephew Octavius.
I never found a COMPREHENSIVE overview of the Military/Political career path for the elite of Roman society, so I created this one.
From Founding to beginning of the Gallic War
The various horns used by the ancient Roman Legions to signal commands
Roman Legion similar to Caesar's at the beginning of the Gallic War, including Auxilia.
Roman standard Cohort (different from First Cohort) at full strength
Roman First Cohort (different from standard Cohort) at full strength
Typical Auxilia attachment for cavalry, slingers or archers, based on the ala structure of Socii Auxilia cavalry used until 88 BC.
Field Camp for single cohort, palisade walls built out of logs carried during march.
Full-size Legion fort for permanent station or winter camp.
