The sixth volume of Simon Scarrow's historical novel series
Centurions Macro and Cato are stuck in Rome. Both are awaiting the results of an investigation into the death of another officer they witnessed, and their fate is uncertain. But it's not just about their safety. The pirates are given three scrolls on which the Emperor's life and the future of Rome depend. Macro and Cato will have to find these scrolls, and therefore the pirates, as soon as possible. Secretary Narcissus knows that these two centurions are the best for such a task, so he makes them an offer that cannot be refused.
