Eleanor's romantic tour of Italy shatters when her long-time boyfriend dumps her in Pompeii. Hoping an evening with a handsome Roman might save her trip, she contacts Madame Eve at 1Night Stand, then goes out to explore, buying a small golden signet in a mysterious antiquities shop near the Forum.
Darius, a hard-working Senator in Ancient Rome, is puzzled by the Sibyl's words: You will not find love in your lifetime. Following her directions, he spots Eleanor, a barbarian wearing his stolen senator's ring.
A night spent together may be just what they both need to break down the columns of time that stand between them.
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Author Bio:
Kerry loves reading and writing about people in fantasy worlds. She teaches college classes and dabbles in every conceivable craft â€" from chainmail to origami to painting. She works as a professional costumer and loves creating historical costumes and Japanese cosplay. She also tends three kids, five cats, a hamster, a bunny, fish, and a husband. Not always in that order. She wishes she never had to sleep.