Varro's War — Jerry Autieri

Marcus Varro is accomplished at war, even at his young age. The relentless battles across Macedonia have honed his sword and hardened his will. In two brief years he has grown from fresh recruit to seasoned Optio, second in command of his century. He has faced the enemy and no longer fears him. But Varro fights wars beyond the simple arrangement of centuries and soldiers. He wars with his vow of peace and non-violence, and in battle after battle yields ground to the bloodshed and rage he swore to the gods he would avoid.A new season of warfare arrives in Macedonia and the Roman Legions begin a ponderous march toward the final battles against King Philip. Yet Varro discovers a different war awaits him. One he must fight alone.When he is ambushed by a mysterious attacker intent on taking his life, he barely escapes death. His hidden enemy gives no warning, no reason, and offers no quarter in his battles against Varro. Worse still, the enemy hides within the ranks of the Roman army itself. Varro once more battles against foes within and without. But this time young Marcus Varro is prepared to go to war.