“What will you do, Dux?” asked Arturus, after the old woman had left. “Why do you still call me ‘Dux’?” grumbled Ambrosius. “I’ve no rank and haven’t … [Read more...] about Britannia ‐ New Dawn, Day 14
Britannia: New Dawn by Derek Birks
Disgraced, Imperial Officer, Dux Ambrosius Aurelianus, has escaped to southern Britannia bringing some Gallic refugees and his few remaining bucellarii - his sworn men - with him. Joining with several Saxons, he hopes to create a safe refuge north of Durnovaria. Camping overnight in an abandoned village, he finds that new enemies are gathering against him...
Britannia ‐ New Dawn, Day 13
“Are you sure this is the right path, lady?” asked Gabinus. Since Megisa couldn't recall the faithful soldier ever questioning her before - upon any … [Read more...] about Britannia ‐ New Dawn, Day 13
Britannia ‐ New Dawn, Day 12
Hargotrix wallowed in his lavishly-decorated quarters, in the knowledge that even this luxury would be far exceeded once he became a valued client of … [Read more...] about Britannia ‐ New Dawn, Day 12
Britannia ‐ New Dawn, Day 11
Just what she needed, thought Megisa, two young, fiery spirits, with reckless desire spilling from their breathless lips. Bad enough that her scheme … [Read more...] about Britannia ‐ New Dawn, Day 11
Britannia ‐ New Dawn, Day 10
On the edge of the band of trees, Inga stopped to confront Ferox. It required every scrap of her frayed nerves to crouch there in front of him, … [Read more...] about Britannia ‐ New Dawn, Day 10
Britannia ‐ New Dawn, Day 9
“I want Hargotrix!” shouted Ambrosius, the words catching in a dry throat, already hoarse from his previous attempts. As before, there was no response … [Read more...] about Britannia ‐ New Dawn, Day 9
Britannia ‐ New Dawn, Day 8
Ishild’s knife left its sheath like a pike escaping a trap while Inga’s bow held an arrow poised to fly. But more threatening than either was the low … [Read more...] about Britannia ‐ New Dawn, Day 8
Britannia: New Dawn, Day 7
It was already dark when the linen curtain rustled aside and a woman stepped inside. Since there was only moonlight in the hut – and precious little … [Read more...] about Britannia: New Dawn, Day 7