Under the Eagle (Eagles of the Empire 1)

Under the Eagle is the first novel in Simon Scarrow's bestselling series, set in AD 42, following the journey of Quintus Licinius Cato as he joins the Roman Second Legion in Germany. Faced with military challenges and internal conflicts, Cato is assigned to a formidable team led by the seasoned centurion Macro. As their campaign extends to Britain, they become embroiled in a dangerous conspiracy that could have far-reaching implications for the Roman Empire.