The twilight of the Roman Republic is full of very interesting people, strong characters who fighted one against the other to get to power.
It's an interesting read, a bit repetitive at times. Well researched and informative.
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine

Ancient Roman history is a treasure trove for writers. There are so many figures who played pivotal roles throughout its existence. Jeremiah McCall takes a new path by focusing on 13 specific rivalries that played a role in the demise of the Roman Republic. While each chapter is interesting to read, I was particularly partial to chapter 9 and chapters 12 and 13. If you've taken an intro to philosophy course, then it's easy to understand the lure of reading about the battle between Cicero and Catiline. Both are pillars in the early history of philosophy. Then the last two chapters cover what I feel is the most fascinating time in the Roman Republic: when Julius Caesar comes into his own, but is ultimately removed from power. It never gets old for me reading about that pivotal moment, when the Republic is on the cusp of transforming into what would be the Roman Empire.
This was an interesting and engrossing book to read. While there are moments when it seems dry and repetitive, the topic itself outweighs any irritation over those two aspects. McCall provides a wealth of detail, sometimes a bit too much...but again, the topic is so interesting that it makes up for that issue.
If one is a fan of ancient Roman history, this is a worthy addition to one's reading list or library. Thanks to NetGalley and Pen & Sword for this advanced copy, which I voluntarily read and reviewed.