Rome's Sacred Flame

A Roman governor faces political intrigue and deadly threats in a far-flung empire.
Vespasian, now Governor of Africa, is tasked by Emperor Nero with freeing enslaved Roman citizens in the Garamantes Kingdom. Arriving to negotiate, Vespasian finds a slave population ripe for revolt. As tensions explode into chaos, he must lead 200 Romans across the desert, battling thirst, exhaustion, and a relentless hoard of rebels.

Back in Rome, Nero's unchecked extravagance fuels fear among the elite. As allies turn to enemies, Vespasian must navigate a web of betrayal and deadly ambition. Will he survive the desert and Rome's treacherous court, or will both devour him? Perfect for readers seeking historical fiction filled with political intrigue and military adventure.