The Thracian - a short story (FREE FOR A LIMITED PERIOD -29 11 to 3 12) In the aftermath of Camillus' victory over the Gauls, the streets of Rome have never been so dangerous. Ex-soldiers prowl the streets to search for victims, street gangs have risen to control sections of the city and assassins rule as the rich pay to have their enemies removed. Istros, a Thracian mercenary left behind after the defeat of Brennus and his Gallic army, is making a living as an assassin for one of Rome's new street gangs. In this short story he must prove his worth to his leader by cashing in a debt that hasn't been paid. Fights, chases through the streets and a punchy finish - this short story, free for a limited period, has it all. The Thracian is the prequel to the next exciting instalation of Camillus, Dictator of Rome from the top 10 historical fiction selling author Francis Mulhern.