Betty Morgan asked Anna Hackett:

I happened on the Galactic Gladiators series totally by accident. After reading the first book I purchased the rest at the same time and spent my day off binging on gorgeous alien gladiators and their human loves. My question is about why the fights exist. Rome used the fights as a means to appease a restless population and give them something to think about besides how bad their lives were. That happening here?

Anna Hackett Hi Betty! Glad to hear you are enjoying the House of Galen gladiators :) Yes, the fights on Carthago do exist for a similar reason. Life on a desert planet can be pretty harsh and tough. Although, I think the fights have evolved a bit -- they are displays of skill and strength, and they are also a way for people to connect and feel. To be scared, happy, excited, elated...to feel the full run of emotions that their busy lives might not give them anymore (kind of like entertainment is to us nowadays when we see a show, concert, or watch a movie). There is also plenty of gambling going on behind the scenes -- kind of like boxing matches or sports events today. Hope that answers you question :D

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