Earth is gone... The galaxy is at war... But Duncan Alexander Greyson has more important things to worry about. After the death of his mother, Duncan's dad sells him into slavery. Now he must fight for his life in a space-age coliseum, trained to kill by the worst humankind has to offer. He's promised freedom but only if he can claw his way out from ever-mounting debt. When a secret his mother took to her grave comes to light, Duncan becomes more determined than ever. He's leaving Neo Roma. Even if it's in a body bag.