Beyond the Black Gate

Set amidst the collapse of the Roman Empire in 409, "Beyond the Black Gate" follows the perilous journey of a young woman named Nehtan, who hides her enslaved status, and a resentful Patrician who rescues her in Gaul. As they navigate a land ravaged by barbarian invasions, their bond deepens amidst the danger posed by those who seek to claim her. The story explores themes of trauma, spiritual healing, and the confrontation of social upheaval, resonating with contemporary issues of identity and migration.