In the Shadow of Heroes

A fantastical tale rooted in Greek mythology - perfectfor fans of Madeline Miller!'A fast-paced read packed with historical detail, Inthe Shadow of Heroes is a clever blend of intrigue, polititics,crime, history and a bit of fantasy ... The plot is twisty andinventive ensuring that the reader remains enthralled throughout.' LOVEREADING4KIDS'A brilliant romp of a tale which seamlessly blends GreekMythology with the Roman Empire.' STORGY KIDSFourteen-year-old Cadmus has been scholar Tullus's slave sincehe was a baby - his master is the only family he knows. But whenTullus disappears and a taciturn slave called Tog - formerly a Britishprincess - arrives with a secret message, Cadmus's life isturned upside down.The pair follow a trail that leads to Emperor Nero himself, andhis crazed determination to possess the Golden Fleece of Greekmythology. This madcap quest will push Cadmus to the edge of theRoman Empire - and reveal unexpected truths about his past ... The second novel by the critically acclaimed author of Witchborn;perfect for young fans of Madeline MillerThemes of myth, stories, heroism and truth in a spellbindingclassical settingWe follow lovable Cadmus as he embarks on an epic journey,featuring fantastical elements but firmly rooted in its historialworld