About the book: 2019 / 25 AD. While a Roman naval squadron patrols the Adriatic, a young pirate captain hunts for his prey. But they may not be his most dangerous enemy. . .The young pirate Telemachus endeared himself to Captain Bulla with his courage and skill and was appointed captain of the small ship Galatea with his faithful friend Geras as his first mate. Their goal: the trade routes of the northern Adriatic, promising rich and easy loot. But the crew's joy quickly fades as Telemachus and his men struggle to find ships worthy of plunder. Supplies are running low and a mutiny is brewing. Suspecting the betrayal of his nemesis Hector, whose own ship has been sent to other waters, Telemachus fears not only for his crew, but also for his dream of freeing his brother Nereus from slavery. When Telemachus learns of a rich cargo ship anchored in the port, he felt this was his chance for glory. A fortune in the form of ivory and spices came into his sight. However, there was another catch: the port housed an auxiliary garrison for the Roman army. Only the most reckless captain would dare to set his sights on this prey. Telemachus will have to use all his wits and survival skills if he wants to win, prevent a rebellion and take revenge on his enemy. . .