Circus Maximus: Return of the Champion An Ancient Roman adventure
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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. She's previously published a history of the women of the Roman Empire and a crime novel set in the Roman Republic. Annelise's children's novels, Circus Maximus: Race to the Death, Rivals on the Track and Rider of the Storm are all published by Zephyr. Annelise lives with her husband in Dorset. annelisegray.co.uk Twitter: @AnneliseGrayWith an exciting cast of human and horse characters, Gray’s last gripping adventure gallops along as fast as the prize stallions of the Circus Maximus whilst delivering intriguing snippets of real history and steeping readers in the sights and sounds of the Roman Empire. So saddle up, take the reins and enjoy one final extraordinary and exhilarating ride!
Yorkshire Evening Post
The stunning conclusion to Circus Maximus - the epic Roman chariot-racing adventure series
Scope for Imagination
Brings Ancient Rome vividly to life and completes the story of Dido’s adventures in the most satisfying way
Just Imagine, Reviwers' Books of the Year 2024
This elegant conclusion works well as a standalone… Great historical fiction for kids
Five Books, Best New Kids’ Books 2024
Rivals on the Track is as heart-poundingly thrilling as the races in its pages. I adored it. Buckle up for the ride of your life
Lauren St John, author of The One Dollar Horse.
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 medalist.
Lovers of history, horses and heart-stopping adventure will be gripped by this action-packed and fast-paced read which will sweep you off your feet, leave you breathless and wanting to know more of the history behind the fiction
Armadillo
Fantastic new historical novel that I'm reading to my daughter. She's loving it... We are hoping there's a sequel!
Dan Snow
This thrilling debut is the first in a new historical series full of dazzling action, rich detail, fabulous horses and an unforgettable heroine
Fiona Noble, The Bookseller