ABOUT THE BOOK: The daughter of Paulus and Alysia is grown now, and ready for a life of her own. But Rachel is unable to rise above her past, and something that happened in Rome ten years ago. Metellus, former tribune in the Praetorian Guard, has been commissioned by the emperor, Claudius, to bring Rachel from Jerusalem to Rome. It is a journey that will affect both their lives . . . in ways they could never have imagined. **** ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Debra B. Diaz has written several novels in the historical fiction and romantic suspense genres and one contemporary mystery for young readers. Her goal as a writer is to not only entertain but to challenge and inspire. For more information, visit http: //www.debradiaz.com/.