When military tribune Marcus Aurelius Cotta returns to Rome to find his revered father—Senator Lucius Cotta—dead by apparent suicide and branded a traitor, he uncovers a web of conspiracy that threatens the very foundation of the Republic.

Set against the backdrop of Ancient Rome in the tumultuous 1st century BCE, this meticulously researched historical thriller follows Marcus as he discovers his father was investigating missing gold shipments and corrupt officials. Aided by the enigmatic patrician Livia Drusilla and his father's loyal secretary, Marcus delves into Rome's shadowy underworld, ancient Etruscan tunnels, and sacred temples in search of the truth.

THE EAGLE'S SHADOW blends political intrigue, ancient mystery, and pulse-pounding action in a sophisticated thriller that explores timeless questions about power, governance, and the price of justice.