Feast of Sorrow

Set amidst the opulence and intrigue of ancient Rome, this debut novel explores the life of Thrasius, a talented young chef purchased by the renowned gourmand Marcus Gavius Apicius. As Apicius strives to achieve his dream of serving as culinary adviser to Caesar, the story delves into themes of ambition, family, and the dangerous pursuits of greatness, all set against the backdrop of Roman political and social upheaval.