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In AD 260, Roman Emperor Valerian faces the treacherous Sassanid barbarians, leaving a legacy of shame. Ballista's fate hinges on his choice: freedom or redemption.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Historical Fiction/Ancient Historical Fiction
Authors: Harry Sidebottom
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