Fortune's Child: A Novel of Empress Theodora

In "Theodora," follow the extraordinary journey of a woman who rises from her humble beginnings as the daughter of a circus bearkeeper to become a powerful Byzantine Empress. Alongside her is Stephen, a striking Syrian boy who endures his own hardships as a wizard's apprentice and palace eunuch. Their unlikely friendship evolves into a profound alliance, leading the Empress to entrust Stephen with the task of penning her biography. This captivating tale explores themes of ambition, transformation, and the enduring power of shared experiences.