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Circus Maximus: Return of the Champion

Circus Maximus (Book 4)

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Bloomsbury presents Circus Maximus: Return of the Champion: An Ancient Roman adventure, by Annelise Gray. Read by Bronwen Price.

The conclusion of the Circus Maximus series set in Ancient Rome full of fabulous horses, thrilling adventures and an unforgettable heroine called Dido.

When her beloved horse Porcellus sires a new foal, Dido hopes he will be the missing piece in her quest to train the greatest team ever seen at the Circus Maximus. But grief and a desire for revenge are clouding her judgement.

Then her old friend Parmenion asks her to shelter the runaway son of her bitterest rival and help him fulfil his dream of becoming a charioteer. Can Dido and the boy, Damon, help each other find a way out of darkness?

And who will claim the right to be known as the sport’s ultimate champion in one last battle for racing glory?

Critics Review

With an exciting cast of human and horse characters, Gray’s last gripping adventure gallops along as fast as the prize stallions of the Circus Maximus whilst delivering intriguing snippets of real history and steeping readers in the sights and sounds of the Roman Empire. So saddle up, take the reins and enjoy one final extraordinary and exhilarating ride!
Yorkshire Evening Post
The stunning conclusion to Circus Maximus - the epic Roman chariot-racing adventure series
Scope for Imagination
Brings Ancient Rome vividly to life and completes the story of Dido’s adventures in the most satisfying way
Just Imagine, Reviwers' Books of the Year 2024
This elegant conclusion works well as a standalone... Great historical fiction for kids
Five Books, Best New Kids’ Books 2024
Rivals on the Track is as heart-poundingly thrilling as the races in its pages. I adored it. Buckle up for the ride of your life
Lauren St John, author of The One Dollar Horse.
I loved this adventure – full of brilliant horses, and a determined heroine following her dreams against all the odds. Looking forward to discovering what's in store for them next
Pippa Funnell, MBE, three-time Equestrian Olympic medalist.
Lovers of history, horses and heart-stopping adventure will be gripped by this action-packed and fast-paced read which will sweep you off your feet, leave you breathless and wanting to know more of the history behind the fiction
Armadillo
Fantastic new historical novel that I'm reading to my daughter. She's loving it... We are hoping there's a sequel!
Dan Snow
This thrilling debut is the first in a new historical series full of dazzling action, rich detail, fabulous horses and an unforgettable heroine
Fiona Noble, The Bookseller
Author Annelise Gray
Narrator Bronwen Price
Series Circus Maximus
Duration 7 hours and 35 minutes
Release Date
ISBN 9781035906420
Format Audiobook
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing
Genre Children’s / Teenage fiction: Historical fiction, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Ponies and horses, Horse racing
Availability AU, GB, IE

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