Tyrant

A Novel

Conn Iggulden

From New York Times bestselling author Conn Iggulden, the second novel in this new trilogy finds newly-crowned Emperor Nero fending off court rivals while embracing his fate as the most feared, notorious ruler in Roman history.

Ancient Rome, 50 AD.

Agrippina secures her son Lucius’s fate through her marriage to Emperor Claudius. Though more intelligent than her previous husbands—and with a power that is absolute—for a time she bends her husband to her will. Claudius is gentle as a lamb with a rope around its neck.

So it is, that Lucius is adopted into the imperial family and becomes Nero Claudius Caesar Augustus Germanicus.

But this is merely the first of many moves in the game of power. As mother and son risk everything—their alliances and betrayals, their cruelties and crimes, their brilliance and their ambition—this vivid tapestry is brought brilliantly to life by Conn Iggulden in Tyrant.

Conn Iggulden is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and one of the most popular historical novelists working today. His The Dangerous Book for Boys was an iconic success, and he has written three bestselling historical series, including his "Wars of the Roses" saga. Conn lives in England.

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Endorsements & Reviews

Praise for the novels of Conn Iggulden:

“Conn Iggulden is a grand storyteller.” USA Today

"Devotees of the ancient world will relish this exciting historical novel.” Booklist

"A rousing retelling of a singular event, as seen through the eyes of three leaders on a momentous trek, this latest historical novel by Iggulden will be of interest to both young and old readers of military and ancient history.” Library Journal

"Superbly plotted and paced. An absolutely cracking story. The pace is nail-biting and the set dressing magnificent. Through his eyes we watch the story of the making of England.” The Times (London)

"A well-researched tale of heroism and hardship, honor and betrayal in which anyone's life can disappear with a filth-tipped arrow or the slash of a kopis. Exciting fare, a yarn well-spun.” Kirkus Reviews

"Having already taken on Julius Ceaser, Genghis Khan, and the War of the Roses, Iggulden successfully dramatizes the Life of Dunstan, the grandson of Alfred the Great. Immerses the reader." Publishers Weekly

"A gripping read from the master historical storyteller. This swords-and-sandals epic brings the clash of empires between Greece and Persia to life.” The Daily Express

"Pacy and propulsive, cracking with energy, violence and stirring speeches, Iggulden chronicles power struggles, political machinations, and the bloodthirsty ravages of up-close combat.” The Daily Mail