Mistress of Rome

A captivating historical saga from the USA Today bestselling author of The Alice Network begins with a ruthless emperor's fixation on a young slave girl in first-century Rome. "So gripping, your hands are glued to the book, and so vivid it burns itself into your mind's eye and stays with you long after you turn the final page," raves Diana Gabaldon, #1 New York Times bestselling author.

Thea, a slave girl from Judaea, is purchased as a plaything for the spiteful heiress Lepida Pollia. Infuriating her mistress, Thea captures the attention of Rome's newest and most savage gladiator. Though his love brings Thea the first happiness of her life, their affair is short-lived when a jealous Lepida tears them apart.

Reinventing herself as a singer for Rome's aristocrats, Thea unwittingly attracts another admirer: the charismatic Emperor of Rome. But the passions of an all-powerful man come at a heavy price, and Thea finds herself fighting for both her soul and her sanity. Many have tried to destroy the emperor, including a vengeful gladiator, an upright senator, a tormented soldier, and a Vestal Virgin. In the end, the life of Domitian lies in the hands of one woman: the emperor's own mistress.

This gripping historical saga immerses the reader in the ruthless world of ancient Rome, where a young woman's journey becomes entangled with the machinations of power-hungry individuals. The vivid descriptions and complex characters create a captivating narrative that lingers long after the final page is turned. Fans of Diana Gabaldon's acclaimed work will be enthralled by this unforgettable tale from the USA Today bestselling author of The Alice Network.

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