Gladiator
Fight for Freedom
(Author) Simon ScarrowRome, 61 BC RECRUITED as a gladiator, young Marcus Cornelius Primus faces a new life of brutal training, governed by strict rules, as he learns the skills of an elite warrior. But Marcus cannot simply forget his past. His father lies murdered by soldiers and his mother has been kidnapped and forced into slavery. Marcus is determined to find his father's old commander, Pompeius the Great, to seek justice for his family and set his mother free. Yet, unbeknown to him, Marcus is hiding a life-threatening secret. And if the Romans discover it, there will be no escape . . .
Simon Scarrow
Simon Scarrow is a British author best known for his historical fiction series, Eagles of the Empire, which follows the adventures of Roman soldiers Macro and Cato. His writing style is characterized by meticulous research, vivid battle scenes, and compelling character development. Scarrow's key contribution to literature is bringing ancient Rome to life for readers worldwide.