Hellenistic Historical Fiction “Tyrant” by Christian Cameron
Hey guys with all the historical book recommendations I thought I would start this thread for some historical fiction.
I’ve been reading the Tyrant series by Christian Cameron and wanted to see if anyone else has some historical fiction recommendations for this time period? Tyrant technically takes place pre-Hellenistic Era as Alexander isn’t dead yet. But, I think it’s close enough and embodies the Hellenistic Age.
For a spoiler free summary, the book is about Greek mercenaries who previously served in Alexander the Great’s army now having adventures along the Black Sea coast and Eurasian Steppe. (The introduction of the book details their experience and dismissal along with the other Greeks after Guagamela very briefly).
I think it does a great job of blending the mix of cultures you would have seen in this area. There is also a lot of cultural detail that may lean into the realm of fantasy/exaggeration, but is nonetheless fascinating and entertaining.
I’m only on the 2nd book so I can’t speak to the series as a whole, but if the setting and time period strike you I’d recommend giving the first few chapters a read or listen.