In the Roman Empire, where chariot racing reigns as the deadliest and most popular sport, an epic tale unfolds. Tethered to four horses, racing at breakneck speeds in fragile chariots, men risk everything for the hope of fame and glory. Orphaned young slave boys in the Empire like Scorpius have few other options to free themselves from bondage, and through a chance encounter the child enters the lucrative and perilous contests to gamble his life on victory. As he hones his skills, the stakes skyrocket as Scorpius’s journey takes him from the obscurity of the provinces to the cobbled streets of Rome – the world’s most powerful city – which is fraught with danger as he competes in the biggest racetrack ever constructed, the Circus Maximus. Will his sheer will and newfound prowess pave his path to freedom, or will the intoxicating taste of success prove more dangerous than the thunderous races themselves? Amidst the backdrop of Emperor Domitian's rule, who are the unseen forces and influential figures shaping or shattering Scorpius's destiny? Inspired by the first-century AD’s real-life charioteers, “Scorpius" is a masterful blend of rigorous historical research and vivid imagination. This novel offers a unique lens into the daily life of the Roman Empire, with its heart-pounding chariot races mirroring the grand spectacles that captivate billions today. Prepare to be transported into an era of breathtaking excitement and drama, where history and fiction collide to create a story that fans of historical fiction and sports enthusiasts alike will find unforgettable.