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Circus Maximus: Rivals On the Track

An Ancient Roman Adventure
Series: Circus Maximus
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Dido, the only girl to have ever won a race at Rome's Circus Maximus, is now in hiding with her loyal horse, Porcellus, pursued by Emperor Caligula's bounty hunters. Faced with a dangerous chase and a shocking family secret, Dido must decide whether to flee forever or make a daring comeback, aided by a courageous one-eyed mare.

This thrilling sequel blends horses, history, and mystery for a gripping adventure in Ancient Rome.
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Ideal for children aged 9 and above who enjoy historical fiction, adventure, and equestrian stories set in the ancient world.

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The second in the Circus Maximus adventure series. Dido is the only girl ever to have won victory at the Circus Maximus, but it comes at a price. Emperor Caligula is intent on wreaking revenge, and the whole Empire wants to know her true identity.

The second in the Circus Maximus adventure series. Dido is the only girl ever to have won victory at the Circus Maximus, but it comes at a price. Emperor Caligula is intent on wreaking revenge, and the whole Empire wants to know her true identity.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

Dido is the only girl ever to have raced to victory at the Circus Maximus, Rome's greatest sporting arena. Now she and her beloved horse, Porcellus, are in hiding, and Emperor Caligula has put a price on their heads.

Can she outwit the emperor and his bounty hunters? And will a shocking family secret stop her in her tracks, or spur her on to make a daring return, helped by a one-eyed mare with a heart as brave as her own?

Horses, history, mystery, thrilling entertainment and sensational storytelling race neck and neck through the second pulse-pounding adventure in Annelise Gray's 9+ series set in Ancient Rome.

Circus Maximus: Rivals On the Track offers readers an exhilarating mix of action and drama set in the vibrant backdrop of Ancient Rome.

'I loved this adventure – full of brilliant horses, and a determined heroine following her dreams against all the odds. Looking forward to discovering what's in store for them next' Pippa Funnell, MBE, three-time Equestrian Olympic medallist

Series: Circus Maximus

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781800240605

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 February 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Zephyr

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 320

About the Author

Annelise Gray was born in Bermuda and moved to the UK as a child. She grew up riding horses and dreaming of becoming a writer. After gaining a PhD in Classics from Cambridge, she worked as a researcher for authors and TV companies on topics as varied as Helen of Troy, Russian princesses and the history of labradors. She's previously published a history of the women of the Roman Empire and a crime novel set in the Roman Republic. Annelise's debut children's novel, Circus Maximus: Race to the Death, was published by Zephyr in 2021. Annelise lives with her husband in Dorset where she teaches Latin. You can find Annelise on Twitter @AnneliseGray or check out her website www.annelisegray.co.uk

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