CHAMPION OF THE DEAD
by Patrick Hatten
Category: Fiction

Champion of the Dead by Patrick Hatten is a mystery set in Athens during the city state's pending war with Sparta. When a young athlete-a contender for the Olympic Crown-suddenly dies suddenly and suspiciously during a match with a rival boxer, his student Idas seeks the help of a learned man, Thales, to help him get to the truth. This fascinating story, rich with the historical detail of the time, is an enthralling read for any fan of mystery.