Aquila – Can Silvanus Escape That God?

Silvanus is angry. Perplexed. Afraid.

Angry that his dad made him undertake this precarious trek. Perplexed about the future. And afraid of the fearful stone god, Aquila the Avenger, who haunts him wherever he goes. His dream? Escape the little isle of Ilva and discover the wide world.

What supernatural power is it that brings him instead to old Cerbonius’ cave? And how will this exiled bishop’s uncanny wisdom shape the lad’s future?

Good fortune, villainy, heart searching, romance and inspired counsel lead Silvanus to make life-changing choices. Read more.

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