The Impossible Gladiator
(Author) M.G. Leonard'A complete triumph of imagination . . . readers are going to fall in love with this brilliant series' A. F. Steadman, bestselling author of Skandar The action adventure of Gladiator meets the time travel of Doctor Who in the third title of this blockbusting epic series by bestselling award-winner M. G. Leonard. Perfect for fans of Hunt for the Golden Scarab, Beetle Boy and the Adventures on Trains series. Illustrated throughout in black and white by Manuel Sumberac. Sim, Jeopardy and Nelson are enjoying an amazing holiday in Rome, until they they are swept up in the mysterious disappearance of world-famous illusionist Kinetic. He vanished during a live, broadcast illusion in Rome's famous Colosseum, but he never reappeared. When Kinetic's sister finds a strange description of a Roman gladiator in a history book who sounds uncannily like her brother, the friends are determined to help. They travel through secret time doors to the spectacular - and deadly - Colosseum in 80 CE. Facing gladiators, rhinos and hungry lions, can the brave trio survive the ancient games and bring Kinetic - and themselves - back to their own time? The Impossible Gladiator can be read as a stand-alone novel, or enjoyed as part of the thrilling Time Keys series written by M. G. Leonard. Follow Sim, Jeopardy and Nelson's adventures in the first adventure in the series in Ancient Egypt, Hunt for the Golden Scarab, and the second in Viking Norway, The Legend of Viking Thunder. Praise for the series: 'Classic and fresh - a breathtaking adventure' - Eoin Colfer, bestselling author of Artemis Fowl 'A spellbinding, seat-of-the-pants adventure . . . fabulous, fast-paced and thrilling' - Jonathan Stroud 'A note-perfect, time-travelling blockbuster' - Jack Meggitt-Phillips, bestselling author of The Beast and the Bethany 'Fast, dramatic, exciting' - Hannah Gold
M.G. Leonard
M.G. Leonard is a British author known for her middle-grade children's books, particularly the popular "Beetle Boy" series. Her works often feature a blend of adventure, mystery, and science, with a focus on insects and the natural world. Leonard's writing style is engaging and accessible, making her books appealing to young readers. She has made significant contributions to children's literature by creating captivating stories that inspire curiosity and appreciation for the environment. "Beetle Boy" is Leonard's most famous work, receiving critical acclaim and winning several awards. Leonard's impact on the literary genre of children's fiction is undeniable, as she continues to captivate readers with her imaginative storytelling and love for the natural world.
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