The Blood of Gods by Conn Iggulden (historical fiction)

Having read exhaustively on the subject of this novel for years, in fiction, nonfiction, and from the primary sources in Latin, I was surprised and gratified at how good it is.  It was so much fun that I actually stopped myself from finishing it too fast so that I could enjoy it more.  Many people know the history and myths about the assassination of Julius Caesar through Octavian's defeat of his killers Cassius and Brutus at Philippi, but this author weaves the story together skillfully, carefully choosing a narrative, and the result is explosive.  Five stars.