The King’s Gambit

In this Edgar Award-nominated mystery, John Maddox Roberts immerses listeners in a gritty portrayal of ancient Rome, where blackmail, corruption, and violence reign supreme. Amid the chaos of treacherous gangs and brutal crimes, highborn commander Decius Caecilius Metellus the Younger is resolute in his quest for justice, facing official indifference and perilous threats as he uncovers deep-seated corruption within the government. As he navigates a world teetering on the brink, Decius's investigation reveals the dark underbelly of Roman society that could upend everything he knows.