Sand of the Arena: A Gladiators of the Empire Novel (The ... (ISBN 1590131118)

Roman Historical Novel:
This is one of the best continuing series for Historical novels. I have read both of the gladiator books and look forward to the next one.... Duffy has created a true hero and basically sticks to the facts. Great book

Mindless entertainment:
Totally unbelievable. Junk food for the mind. It was entertaining enough if you take it for what it is. Would make an interesting comic book.

Grabs hold and won't let go until you've finished:
Sand of the Arena is every bit as good as anything written by Cornwell, Clavell, Iggulden, Pressfield, and Ford. As a matter of fact, it's a lot more fun than most of the books written by those fine authors. Combat is superbly described and takes a front seat but not at the expense of character development. Quintus, the main character, is very likable and you will find yourself cheering him on. Lindani is also incredibly likable and is perhaps my favorite ancient warrior to ever appear in the pages of a novel. I have read hundreds of novels, and Sand of the Arena is firmly planted in my top 10 favorites. Mr. Duffy did his research and produced a first-rate novel with many accurate facts.

Female Gladiator?:
I enjoyed the book. It was a great read. It just seemed a little "Hollywood" at the end. I'm not sure I will go for the second book.

Fantastic:
This is a great book. make sure that you read it before you read the sequel. I hope ther are more. I can't wait.