Empire's End - A Roman Story (Voices #4)

A gripping Roman adventure told by a youngNorth African girl who sets out on a danger-filled journey toBritain.When, Camilla, a young North African girl travels with her motherand father from Leptis Magna to Rome in 207 AD, she believesthat she is going to the centre of the world. But just a few monthslater, the little family is dispatched to the very edge of it:Britannica. Tragedy strikes and, left alone with the Empress whileher father travels north, Camilla has to navigate the tricky worldof of secrets and danger in this cold place she must now callhome.In this heart-stopping adventure based on real historical events,Leila Rasheed shows us a dangerous and intriguing time in Britainthat's sure to fascinate young readers.VOICES: A thrilling series showcasing some ofthe UK's finest writers for young people. Voices reflects the authentic,unsung stories of our past. Each shows that, even in timesof great upheaval, a myriad of people have arrived on this islandand made a home for themselves - from Roman times to thepresentday.