As an avid reader of Roman historical fiction was drawn in by the cover.

The story had potential but can’t say it was my favorite. Will keep my eye for more macklin novels cause believe I will enjoy his stuff.

Nick Macklin captures the terror and the glory of life in a Roman legion and the intense fight for survival of the brave warriors they fought. This is a novel that stands head and shoulders above competition from better known writers in the genre: Bernard Cornwell, Simon Scarrow and Anthony Riches to name but three.
The story of Atticus, Epona and Allerix is written with deep emotion and feeling whilst still evoking the brutality of the age.
At times tragic, at times triumphant, this is a novel holding a flaming torch to illuminate the darkness of every motive that is lyrical and visceral, and beautifully realized.

At first, "Bloody Dominions" felt disjointed. I struggled a little bit, as I wanted answers to my questions long before the author was willing to give them (a fault of mine). It's a crackingly good story though, so it didn't take me too long to bind my impatience and settle down "for the journey" - and it really is an enjoyable journey. Looking forward to book 2 - and 3!

My thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley. This review was written voluntarily and is entirely my own, unbiased, opinion.