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Rome's hunger for gladiatorial combat has never been greater. The passion for novelty in the arena has given rise to a range of warriors but none quite like Krista; sole survivor of her family's brutal murder, Krista is now the property of Commander Niclaus and is sent to train and fight in the arena for his pleasure.Guided by her friend and mentor Lazarus, Krista's deadly combat skills earn her the adoration of the public and the respect of fellow gladiators; including the mysterious Artorius.Fighting for her freedom, Krista will do anything to break her chains and kill the Commander who slaughtered her family and put her there. But Krista's pride and skill earn her powerful enemies. Krista will have to navigate a web of betrayal and pain if she is to overcome being the pawn of other people and win her freedom to avenge her family. ~~~~~~~~~~~From the sands of the arena, the ultimate female warrior will rise. ~~~~~~~~~~~ Book 1 of the 'Gladiator Series' Highest Ranking in 'Historical Fiction' #1Wattpad Featured StoryCurrently editing. *** ALL RIGHTS RESERVED *** Content Warning:The story you are about to read is intended for mature readers due to its content. It may not be appropriate for all audiences. Please read at your own discretion. All characters are fictional. Copyright.…

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She defied an empire.* * * *Five months after Krista and her band of gladiators delivered a swift and humiliating defeat to the Roman army, Krista has become the leader of a slave rebellion that travels across Rome, freeing slaves from their chains and killing their masters.Their numbers are growing vast as people flock to their cause.But in order to destroy her enemy Krista must become like them, placing a strain on her relationship with those she loves the most.Meanwhile, back in Rome, the Empress is devising her own plans for a swift victory as she conscripts vast legions from across the empire and calls on 'The Destroyer'. With a terrifying record of more than fifty bouts; no losses or draws, he is arguably the greatest Gladiator ever to have lived. But as war starts to loom a new enemy shall present itself to Krista. One that is more deadly than Rome itself and threatens to take the very thing that matters most to the Gladiatrix. ****Treachery, murder and lies are only a few of the things Krista will have to navigate as she searches for who she is, and all she can become if she is to succeed. . . . . as all roads lead to Rome, and a war that will shape the world.________________________________________________________Deos Fortioribus adese - The gods are on the side of the stronger________________________________________________________Book 2 of the Gladiator series and sequel to 'Gladiator of Rome'.All Rights Reserved.…

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'Gladiator of Rome: Short Stories' will be a collection of short stories and bonus chapters around each of the main characters from the first novel in the trilogy; Gladiator of Rome. Each story will be a stand-alone tale and although some of the stories may take place within the time frame that the trilogy is set most of the stories will be focusing on the origins of each character and therefore not in the trilogy. Characters stories to be included, but not in order, are: Krista Lazarus Artorius Frieda Diomed Leonidas Cato…

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After losing her memory in an explosion, Marine Sergeant Julia Langdale has recovered the life she lost and returned to active duty.On leave with her husband, they must both learn to adjust to the murky waters of married civilian life whilst battling the parts of their pasts which refuse to stay buried.With their relationship teetering on the edge and an inquisitive MI5 agent digging into their lives, Julia and Marc must both face their pasts as they race back to Afghanistan for an unsanctioned mission.With only themselves for back-up and the risk of execution if they're caught, can they come through this together, or will this one mission tear them apart?…

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*Prequel to '12 Seconds'*Seven years from now, Sergeant Julia Reynolds will be caught in an explosion in Afghanistan that costs her her memory.She will lose the memories of the man she loves and of the person she had become. But unbeknownst to the future Julia, her past self had a history nobody could expect, or even imagine. This is the story of how she came to be in Afghanistan, and of all the memories she will eventually lose.…

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Nearly two decades have passed since Krista and her band of gladiators won their freedom, but the empire is far from peaceful. The Colosseum still remains and with their escape scarring Rome's history, the emperor's hunger for power has never been greater. Extinguishing all attempts at rebellion, it is only a matter of time before the enslaved people of Gallia take a stand against their tormentors. Fearing another slave rebellion, the Emperor Trajan orders the legions of Rome to march on Gallia. * * * Born to two gladiator parents, Lazarus's dreams are filled with following in their footsteps and fighting upon the sands of the arena. With his trusted friend by his side, Lazarus will make the journey to Rome only to find his future of glory thrown into turmoil.The arrival of his parents in Rome has set off a chain of events that will test Lazarus's bravery and skills to the limit.With a new young commander threatening his loved ones, Lazarus must choose between a life of glory and a life of freedom. And with everything not being what it seems, can Lazarus make his parents proud or will he die trying?_________________________________________________________ Non est ad astra mollis e terris via. There is no easy way from the earth to the stars. __________________________________________________________Book 3 of the Gladiator series.All Rights Reserved. Photos belong to their original owners.…

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After being caught in an explosion in Afghanistan, Jules is sent home with no memory of her time as a marine or the love she found overseas. Now, two years later, Julia is working in the local library, with an overprotective mother who would do anything to keep her from learning the truth.But will a chance encounter with someone from her past make Julia remember who she truly is? And can she ever be the same person again? Just a few notes:1. My knowledge of the Armed Forces is limited so expect mistakes although I shall try my best to make everything as accurate as possible. 2. I have recently posted the prequel to this book called 'Seven Years'.3.This book is dedicated to all the men and women who put themselves in harms way to serve their country, wherever they may be; past and present.…

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The legend continues . . . After his wife commits suicide upon hearing his fate, Dracula turns his daughter into a vampire in an attempt to keep her with him forever.Horrified by her father's actions, Valentina withdraws from both him and society, only feeding on rodents to survive, when one night the local villagers capture her in her weakened state.Hopeful to be reunited with her dead mother, she welcomes their advances when she is suddenly rescued by fellow vampire, Christian. Dark and handsome, Christian takes her back to his estate where an unbreakable bond is formed between the two.Valentina, who yearns for freedom, reluctantly leaves Christian's side only for them to be reunited every decade in a new city with new identities. But she will always leave him in the end.Constantly hunted by her father, Valentina doesn't know who to turn to when an old enemy resurfaces and puts the entirety of mankind at risk.Will Christian finally abandon her after everything she put him through, or will he stick by his mate's side even if it means dying together?…

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The year is 1338 and England is in a time of peril as raiders pillage the land and, with no one to challenge them, their actions begin to grow like wildfire. At the height of their terror, eight year old Isadora watches her mother and sister be raped and murdered by an army of mercenaries before her village is scorched to the ground. Promising to avenge her family, Izzie grows up to become the most feared warrior in the country.* * * 10 years later and a new King sits on the throne. The raiders have scattered to the east and peace seems to have returned to England but it is short lived as a new evil has come to England. A horrible disease starts to plague the country and the king orders villages to be purged as sacrifices to appease the Lord. Now, Izzie is called upon to help the King's subjects survive his soldiers with her unique set of skills. But the warrior with no alligences may just discover something so dreadful that could change her view on King, God and Country forever.…