First published 1989
In a world where the Roman Empire never fell, a fragile peace teeters on the brink. When a young Roman diplomat is sent to investigate a mysterious alien craft, he stumbles into a web of intrigue that threatens to unravel the very fabric of civilization. As rival empires jockey for dominance, humanity's future hangs in the balance. Can one man's quest for the truth prevent an all-out war that could reshape the course of history?
Genres: science-fiction, historical-fiction, political-thriller, alternate-history
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: chosen-one, fish-out-of-water
Setting: Roman Empire
Period: Alternate History
292 pages · Mass Market Paperback · Bantam Spectra