When the Great Fire shatters a young Roman's world, he infiltrates the early Church with a mission to capture the Apostle Paul. It's 64 A.D. and Maximus has spent his whole life yearning for greatness. As a soldier and Roman nobleman, he climbs the ranks until the Great Fire destroys everything he's built. Now with Emperor Nero intent on crushing Paulus and a mysterious group called The Way, Maximus has his final chance to rise again and receive the reward from the Emperor. But everything hinges on one question: what if The Way is right? Maximus: The Quest for Greatness is an adventure-filled novel that brings the sweeping drama of first century Christianity to life! Shane Eash writes epic historical fiction that breathes life into the dusty pages of the past. His Maximus series has earned acclaim from bestselling authors, historians, and pastors. Shane has a passion for writing captivating stories of redemptive history through fiction that rings true. At the heart of Shane's work lies a twofold mission: to glorify God and to inspire a love for history in the next generation. He writes stories of triumph amid suffering, truth cutting through deception, and the hope of redemption. Shane desires to encourage teens and strengthen their faith through meaningful stories that draw them closer to the Author of history. Shane lives with his wife and 2 boys in Lancaster, PA.
