Simon Scarrow

Simon Scarrow is a British author best known for his historical fiction novels set against the backdrop of the Roman Empire. He was born in 1962 and began writing while working as a college lecturer in tourism. Scarrow's first successful novel, "Under the Eagle," was published in 2000 and introduced the popular character of Centurion Macro and his auxiliary Cato. He has since written over 25 novels in the series, which have become bestsellers and been translated into over 30 languages. Scarrow's works have been critically acclaimed for their detailed historical research and exciting action sequences. He has won multiple awards, including the Historical Novel Society Award for Best Historical Fiction in 2013 and 2019. Scarrow's books have been praised for their authenticity, immersive storytelling, and ability to bring the ancient world to life for readers.