The History Keepers: Circus Maximus: Circus Maximus, The - Hardcover

"History can be fun too! Damian Dibben’s books have got kids’ imaginations going - and cultivated their interest in the past to boot." (Sun)

"Move over Harry Potter, it is time for Jake Djones to take the limelight. Almost too exciting for bedtime reading" (Telegraph)

"Today's answer to Harry Potter crossed with The Hunger Games" (Tatler)

"We are predicting extremely big things for this new adventure series" (Mail on Sunday)

"An action-packed and entertaining story, which young readers will find hard to put down." (Booktrust)

The second instalment of the internationally acclaimed series which follows the adventures of Jake Djones and the extraordinary secret service that protects the true course of history . . .

It's their deadliest mission yet: track down Agata Zeldt, the most evil woman in history, as she plots to topple the empire of ancient Rome and throw the world into turmoil. Jake and his friends are forced to travel further back into history than ever before to save the day. Well, all of the days actually.

In this exciting sequel, the History Keepers embark upon another rollercoaster adventure, taking them from the snowy wilds of Sweden to the streets of Rome at the height of its glory. Their search leads them to Circus Maximus, the colossal stadium at the heart of the ancient world. It will be the race of their lives . . .