Juno's Peacock
By Heather Robinson
By Heather Robinson
Publication Date: 21st February 2021
Publisher: Independently Published
Page Length: 234 Pages
Genre: Historical Fiction
Exposed...cast aside...condemned...yet the gods must favour the slave girl Decima, saving her as Mount Vesuvius explodes. Vowing to fulfil whatever purpose the gods ask of her, she must first use guile to survive. "What you do is who you become," and Decima becomes Maia Secunda, free born citizen, liar and thief. Fate leads her to Puteoli and on to Roma to help with the double disasters of fire and plague which are ravaging the city. Assisted by some, used by others, Maia is seeking the highest patronage but to succeed she must keep her shameful secrets buried in the ashes that cover Pompeii. This is her life to live...
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Heather Robinson
Heather Robinson is a novelist and short story award winner from Wiltshire, UK. Her academic background includes a Bachelor of Science degree and having spent most of her life as an Administration Manager locally, she is now exploring new work opportunities in the countryside, whilst also writing and broadcasting on Community Radio.
Proud parents of two adult sons, Heather and her husband, Graham, share a passion for live music, hiking and motorcycling.
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This book does sound good. I have not read a novel set in this era in an age. I have added it to my to-read list.
ReplyDeleteThank you. The ebook is on offer for a couple of days if you'd like it at the cheaper price.
DeleteAnother novel to add to my to-read list!
ReplyDeleteMany thanks, Mary. The ebook is on offer for a few days if you'd like to catch the promotion.
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