Kirsty Corrigan, a specialist in Roman literature at the University of Kent, has written a beautiful book, as only British publishers know how, in this case Pen & Sword Books.

The author writes in an elegant language, exposing her ideas in a fine and clear manner, the maps are beautiful, the illustrations well chosen, with a touch of humour.

Latomus Journal

Author article Brutus: Character Assassination as featured in

History Today, volume 68, issue 3, March 2018

As featured on Roman Republic.

Roman Republic

This is an excellent biography of this key figure in the final days of the Roman Republic, proving that it is possible to write a full length biography of a Roman of this period without becoming biased in favour of your subject.

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History of War

An excellent, informative and thoroughly researched book investigating the life of one of ancient Rome's most famous characters and his influence on a very interesting period of history.

Amazon UK Kindle reviews

For the general reader, who wishes to know a bit more about 'the noblest Roman of them all', as Shakespeare so memorably described Brutus, this book has much to offer.

Association of Roman Archaeology

The author has written a fresh review of this character and considered him on his own merits. He has presented the facts and offered compelling conclusions. The readable text is accompanied by illustration in the form of maps and a photo-plate section. A rewarding read.

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Firetrench

When I began reading this it seemed a little dry, but that first impression was soon overturned by the author's enthusiasm for her subject. As the narrative heads toward the Ides of March, so the pace quickens and becomes almost breathless. What her prose leaves us with in the final half of the book is that although the conspiracy planned the assassination of Caesar with meticulous care, they made no such plan for a regime to replace him. They simply assumed that Rome would be liberated and revert to business as usual...

... The cover notes tell me this is the first biography of Brutus in thirty years. That alone makes this a useful volume, but the truth is I find it hard to criticize. The author has done her research and written a tale that is both a good read and illuminating. Better still, it really does invite you to think further. Whatever conclusion she presents as her own, there is no escaping the one you reach from the authors narrative - that Brutus was neither lucky nor talented as a politician. Where she is undoubtedly correct though is that the actions of Brutus opened an opportunity for a bit-player to rise to mega-stardom, as one sickly youth pushes his way into the history books and becomes the revered leader of the Roman world, the entire opposite of what Brutus had hoped for.

Shakespeare entertained us with the wisdom that all the world's a stage, and everyone an actor upon it. Our opinion of the Romans is inevitably coloured by the antics of those colourful A-list celebrities that entranced or appalled the Romans themselves as much as us.

In this book, Kirsty Corrigan highlights the life and times of one supporting actor. Many of these people had important parts to play and it's good that they receive attention. Yes, you too Brutus.

United Nations of Roma Victrix

Throughout her book, Kirsty Corrigan makes a host of good or even excellent points.

Amazon UK

The author’s narrative is very detailed and well argued.

Amazon.UK

Five stars for a fascinating book and story that I thoroughly enjoyed.

Amazon.UK