Rome, 117 CE. The empire stands at its greatest height—and at the heart of it is a man who rose from provincial soldier to Optimus Princeps, the Best Ruler.
Born in Hispania, Trajan forged his legacy with discipline, courage, and loyalty. His legions crossed the Danube and crushed the Dacian king, Decebalus, bringing wealth and glory to Rome. His builders raised markets, forums, and the mighty Trajan’s Column, monuments that redefined the city. And yet, even as he dreamed of empire stretching to the Persian Gulf, rebellion and weariness revealed the limits of conquest.
This gripping YA historical novel brings to life the rise and reign of Rome’s greatest conqueror. From the forests of Germania to the deserts of the East, readers will march with the legions, witness the triumphs of the Forum, and confront the questions that haunted even Rome’s mightiest does conquest strengthen empire—or consume it?
Trajan — The Conqueror is the second volume in the Imperium series, exploring the lives of Rome’s most iconic rulers through vivid storytelling, rich historical detail, and timeless themes of power, duty, and legacy.