Videssos

Expertly written, Videssos is a fantasy story that is set in the empire of Videssos. The name also refers to the capital city of the large empire. The story explores various events that occur in this land. Spanning 12 novels, this story is set in a fictional world that is similar to the Byzantine Empire. Harry Turtledove weaves an epic plot where a republican Roman Legion is set into the realm of Videssos. The legion are unaware that their actions will set them on a path to prominence and change their lives forever. The first book in the series is known as The Misplaced Legion and was written in the year 1987. This book reveals the history of the empire. The author introduces us to a world where magic is a tool that can be used for good or evil. Moreover, the land of Videssos has its own religion.