Savage City

Savage City by Sophia McDougall, published by Orion Publishing Group on August 13, 2019, is a 560-page work of fiction that explores an alternative history where the Roman Empire never fell. In this imaginative narrative, the Empire has expanded across the Atlantic, with slaves constructing a massive bridge over the Persian Gulf and magnetic railways connecting distant lands. The story follows Marcus Novius, who becomes the new leader of the Roman Empire after a catastrophic explosion at the Coliseum claims his uncle, the emperor.

Readers will find a tale of resilience and struggle as Marcus, alongside his sister Una and the healer Sulien, navigates the aftermath of the explosion and the challenges that arise from his new position of power. The narrative delves into themes of freedom, justice, and the complexities of leadership in a world on the brink of upheaval. As the characters confront both internal and external threats, the story unfolds against a richly imagined backdrop of fantasy and historical elements, inviting readers to consider the implications of a world shaped by the enduring legacy of Rome.