The Die is Cast: A Short Story Collection (Historical Heroes Book 2)

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'An absorbing and fun collection, covering different periods. The author knows how to deliver action, wit, twists and history with aplomb.' Oliver Webb-Carter, editor of Aspects of History

The Die is Cast is the second in a series of specially curated shorter works by the bestselling historical Richard Foreman. The stories serve as an introduction for a number of the author's various series, set in Ancient Rome, Victorian London and 18th Century England.

Sword of Rome: Rubicon.
Caesar stands on the banks of the Rubicon, an enemy of the state. War hinges upon the will of Pompey, the only man capable of stopping Caesar. Lucius Oppius, a Roman soldier, is torn between duty and desire, unable to escape his fate. The die is cast.

Friends In High Places.
Rufus Varro, a spy in the service of Marcus Agrippa, is tasked with setting a trap. An old friend could well become a new enemy. The trap is sprung. But who will be the victim?

Turpin's Dagger.
The highwayman is trying to have a quiet drink in a tavern. But someone is pretending they ride with Dick Turpin. He could well be digging a hole for himself. His grave.

Raffles: Bowled Over.
Raffles decides to undertake a job close to home, at the Albany. His new neighbour is Rupert Robert Fuller, a powerful - and odious - financier. In order to distract Fuller, whilst he breaks into the banker's opulent apartment, Raffles calls upon his friend - the cricketing legend C.B. Fry. Yet how much is Raffles being distracted himself Mary Flanagan, Fuller's
beautiful and enigmatic maid? Has someone finally stolen the gentleman thief's heart?

Hobby's Horse.
Pat Hobby is back. He has a new contract, a new secretary and he is writing a script for one of Hollywood's biggest stars - the horse, Ajax. Pat duly treats himself to a few drinks to celebrate, but the morning after brings more than just a headache.

Author Bio:
Richard Foreman is the bestselling author of numerous historical series set during the Roman Republic and Roman Empire, including the Augustus Caesar books, Sword of Empire and Sword of Rome. He is also the author Warsaw, Raffles: The Complete Innings and Band of Brothers, a series charting the story of Henry V and the Agincourt campaign. He lives in London.

Praise for Richard Foreman:

Crusaders.
"A really good read for anyone interested in the First Crusade. Tight and fast-paced, the author's beguiling sense of setting combines with strong characterisation to make Siege a rollicking yarn." Richard Woodman

Warsaw.
"Warsaw is a work of power. It has the authentic feeling that pulses from an important book. The meticulous research and psychological insights light up one of the most ghastly episodes in the history of man's inhumanity to man." Patrick Bishop

Band of Brothers: The Complete Campaigns.
'Escapism at its best... A great read that tells much about the style of war and how the individuals fought.' Michael Jecks

Spies of Rome.
"An arresting opening that leads into a thoroughly gripping story. Impressive research and understanding of the period allows Richard Foreman to move so seamlessly and effectively from historical epic to historical detective thriller. A must read for fans of Steven Saylor." Peter Tonkin

Raffles:The Complete Innings.
"Classy, humorous and surprisingly touching tales of cricket, friendship and crime." The Spectator