Review: Another Outstanding Story!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 03 14, 2012
61 AD is the sequel to 33 AD and readers don't necessarily have to have read 33 AD prior to this one (but you'll want to and you'll enjoy it!) -- the sequel does not disappoint and carries on the the latest story of the Bachiyr (vampires) in Roman times after the death of Jesus.33 AD introduced the primary characters Taras, Theron, and Ramah, all ancient Bachiyr with a convoluted history and relationship -- mostly, they are enemies and are chasing each other through the ancient Roman lands.  Not only does the author extend the story began in 33 AD, he introduces a new engaging storyline, along with the Iceni warrior queen and her daughters, who lay siege to Londonium as the background to to the main plot.  The story also introduces even another intriguing character in Baella, an tremendously powerful ancient female vampire.  Interestingly, 33 AD was virtually an all-male, testosterone laden group of characters, while in 61 AD, the warrior princesses have a strong presence.The story of Taras and Theron chasing each other and running from the Council of 13 continues here, with a great storyline and wonderful plot intrigue -- it's reasonably paced, engaging and you'll want to keep reading.  The Iceni attack on Londonium is nicely staged and makes a nice background interwoven with the Bachiyr machinations.  The story concludes in a reasonable fasion but sets the stage for future novels -- and there is plenty of material to work with.  This has become one of my favorite series and I can't wait for the next one!