The Phantom of the Colosseum

Book #1 in the In the Shadows of Rome series

In ancient Rome, survival means living in the shadows. Can Blandula and her new friends uncover the Colosseum's secrets?

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208 pages· ~720L

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In ancient Rome, Blandula faces peril when her master is arrested for his faith. Alone and uncertain, she encounters Maximus, a senator's son, his slave Aghiles, and the enigmatic Titus with his pet monkey. Together, they embark on a daring journey through the shadows of the Colosseum, forging friendships and uncovering hidden secrets. Can they survive the dangers that lurk in the heart of Rome?

From the publisher

The Phantom of the Colosseum is the first volume of the gripping new series for 10 yr. olds and up titled In the Shadows of Rome (5 books total).Being a Christian in ancient Rome was very dangerous. To spread the faith and stay alive, you had to live in the shadows . . .Now that Blandula’s master has been arrested for being a Christian, what will she do? Little does she know that she is about to meet three boys who will help her to find the answer: Maximus, the son of a senator; his slave Aghiles; and Titus, who never goes anywhere without his pet monkey.Follow their adventures as Blandula and her new companions forge priceless friendships–and discover the many secrets lurking in the shadows of the Colosseum.

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