
Belisarius
Series byIn the gripping Belisarius series, acclaimed authors David Drake and Eric Flint weave a thrilling alternate history saga where the legendary general Flavius Belisarius battles rival societies, transforming 6th century Earth into a battleground of ambition, power, and destiny.
In a world where history is rewritten by the tides of war and ambition, the *Belisarius* series plunges readers into the tumultuous realm of the Byzantine Empire, where power, treachery, and loyalty collide. At the heart of this intricate saga is the brilliant general Belisarius, a man torn between his unyielding loyalty to an enigmatic emperor and the deep-seated love for his wife, Antonina, whose own hidden strengths and ambitions weave a complicated narrative of their own. As external forces threaten to dismantle their empire and internal conflicts sow seeds of betrayal, Belisarius must navigate a perilous landscape filled with political intrigue, relentless adversaries, and the moral dilemmas of warfare. With fate dangling in the balance, he embarks on a series of audacious campaigns that will either secure his legacy or lead to his ruin. Rich in historical detail and brimming with complex characters, the series delves into themes of duty, sacrifice, and the divine hand of chance that shapes the course of nations. Each decision carries weighty consequences, compelling readers to question what it truly means to be a hero. Join Belisarius as he battles not only formidable enemies but the very forces of destiny—can he alter the course of history in a time when everything hangs by a thread? This epic journey awaits, keeping readers on the edge of their seats and craving more with each turn of the page.
Books in this Series
Belisarius ( By: Eric Flint, David Drake)
An Oblique Approach
Published in 1998
In the Heart of Darkness
Published in 1998
Destiny's Shield
Published in 1999
Fortune's Stroke
Published in 2000
The Tide of Victory
Published in 2001
The Dance of Time
Published in 2006