Blog Tour Excerpt: What Remains, by Erryn Lee

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A haunting dual-timeline mystery that bridges centuries-and secrets-between ancient Rome and the modern world.

Extract:

‘I cannot understand your objections. Is he not rich enough?
    'You know he is, Pater.’
    ‘And well connected. He was raised alongside Vespasian’s sons.’
    ‘Well, yes, but...’
    ‘And he is not an ancient greybeard, or an errant warrior, always in distant lands like your sister’s Titus.’
    ‘No.’
    ‘And I am told he is considered handsome.’
    He was, though she was unwilling to admit it.
    ‘Surely all the girls you know would be envious?’
    It was true.
    ‘Quartia, this marriage is an opportunity that we cannot afford to miss. Until now Messalinus has not shown the slightest interest in seeking a wife. If we do not act, the prize will go to another family. Probably one of those old families who look down on us.’
    Thalia was summoning the courage to list all the reasons that the match was not ideal but as she did so her father crossed his arms and she knew the opportunity for discussion had ended.
    ‘I will send to the augurs to determine the best date for a wedding. Prepare yourself daughter for soon you will fulfil your purpose and become a wife.’

Erryn Lee

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About the Author

Erryn Lee has spent most of her life between the covers of books, her love for historical fiction drew her to a career as an English and History teacher, where she enjoys sharing her passion for both language and the past with young adults (at least until she needs to give it up to write full time). When not teaching or writing she is deeply immersed in research and studying her Masters in History. Erryn lives with her husband, a fluctuating number of horses and three bossy cavoodles on a horse farm in the picturesque central west of NSW, Australia. Find out more from Erryn's website: www.errynlee.com and find her on Facebook and Twitter / X: @erryn_lee