The king tied his baby daughter to a spear and hurled her across a raging river. Camilla’s life begins with her father's desperate that she will serve Diana, Goddess of the Hunt, in exchange for her survival. Raised in the wild, Camilla grows into a fierce warrior, mastering the art of hunting and fighting like an Amazon. But when refugees from the Trojan War invade her homeland, Camilla faces her greatest challenge yet. With four brave teenage girls by her side, she must defy tradition and prove that courage knows no gender. Can they stand against seasoned male warriors? And will their courage be enough to protect their people? Inspired by Virgil’s Aeneid, this fast-paced YA adaptation brings to life Camilla, Queen of the Silver Arrow—a bold heroine unlike any other in Roman mythology. Perfect for teen readers who crave stories of friendship, loyalty, and daring women who fight for what they believe in.

After the deadly trick of the Wooden Horse and the destruction of Troy, the hero Aeneas sets sail with a small number of refugees to find a new homeland. Among those travelling with him are Nisus and Euryalus. Only boys when they flee their burning city, they are teens by the time they reach their destination. During their seven-year quest the two have trained to be warriors, and formed an unbreakable bond. Now, united by a desire to prove their bravery, the two friends decide to go on a daring night raid through a sleeping camp of hostile warriors. This gripping tale from Virgil's Aeneid explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and self-sacrifice. Short, brutal and tragic, this story is perfect for reluctant or busy teen listeners, especially those studying Latin or Ancient History.