Martha Marks

The sequel to RUBIES OF THE VIPER... AD 56 - Disgraced and impoverished, Theodosia Varro flees Italy with the man she loves. As Emperor Nero's agents give chase, they escape to a place that should offer safety and peace, only to find an unexpected foe waiting. Conflicts mount as Theodosia battles known and unknown enemies who put her life and family at risk. Ultimately, she ventures into a foreign land whose culture she does not understand-and into a brutal war zone-to salvage what remains of her dreams. WARNING: Contains period-appropriate adult themesREVIEWS: "THE VIPER AMULET is an uplifting story of loyalty, perseverance, and love. Plus it entertains from the first page to the last. I've been waiting impatiently for this mesmerizing sequel to the wonderful RUBIES OF THE VIPER, and it definitely lived up to Book One. The historical details and smooth inclusion of real historical people was impressive and engaging." -Rebecca Lochlann, author of The Year-God's Daughter and The Thinara King"A well-crafted, entertaining book which I had trouble putting down. A remarkable epic exposition." -Steve Bartholomew, author of Gold and Journey to Rhyolite

AD 53 - Strong-willed, impetuous, and naive, Theodosia Varro inherits the family estate after her brother is murdered on the streets of Rome. With no preparation, she goes from poverty and isolation to great wealth and a prestigious position in society. Only by identifying her brother's killer can she feel safe, yet her efforts take her in quite the opposite direction. After her own actions and the scheming of others lead to catastrophe, Theodosia struggles to survive and recover what matters most in her life. WARNING: Contains period-appropriate themes and violent incidents that may disturb sensitive readers. MARTHA MARKS has won two gold medals in international writing contests and is the author of two bestsellers on Amazon.

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