A young boy named Marcus is transported to ancient Rome and forced to become a gladiator. He must learn to fight and survive in the brutal arena, all while longing for home.
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David Grimstone
5 books in the catalog
David Grimstone has 5 books in our catalog of Christian parent reviews, mostly adventure, historical fiction and action. The titles we've reviewed span 2009 to 2014.
Recommended for readers roughly ages 13–17, based on our reviewers' age guidance.
Recurring virtues across David Grimstone's work include courage. Parents most often flag violence — see each review below for specifics.
A young boy named Leo must fight a mythical white snake to protect his village.
A young gladiator named Marcus trains for combat in ancient Rome.
In the third installment of the Gladiator Boy series, a young boy named Marcus is captured and forced into gladiator training.
This book follows a young hero on a dangerous quest filled with challenges and mythical creatures.
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