Episodes

  • Last Days of Pompeii Book 1 Chapter VI

    Last Days of Pompeii Book 1 Chapter VI
    Oct 13 2026
    In which the sombre Arbaces confronts his disillusioned pupil Apaecides, deftly persuading him to embrace a deeper and more potent faith beyond the hollow impostures of the temple, whilst scheming silently to maintain his sway over the young man’s unsettled spirit. Meanwhile, the alluring Ione becomes enmeshed in whispered scandal and jealousies as Arbaces, masked as protector, plants seeds of doubt concerning her newfound acquaintance, Glaucus, an intrigue that stirs her pride and leaves her torn between resolve and despair.
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    28 mins
  • Last Days of Pompeii Book 1 Chapter V

    Last Days of Pompeii Book 1 Chapter V
    Oct 12 2026
    In which the tender morning light reveals not only the splendour of Glaucus’s cherished chamber and its fragrant garden but also the gentle presence of Nydia, the blind flower-girl whose sweetness and sorrow silently deepen the scene. Meanwhile, Glaucus’s heart is drawn irresistibly to Ione, whose beauty and refined spirit illuminate the contrast between youthful love and the sombre shadow cast by Vesuvius, heralding a profound and tender union.
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    17 mins
  • Last Days of Pompeii Book 1 Chapter IV

    Last Days of Pompeii Book 1 Chapter IV
    Oct 11 2026
    In which the enigmatic Arbaces, a priest of Isis, reveals to a companion his manipulative designs upon the youth Apaecides and the captivating Ione, weaving religion and desire into a cunning strategy to capture their minds and hearts. Amidst the fervent worship and prophetic ceremonies at the Pompeian temple of Isis, the intricate interplay of faith, illusion, and ambition unfolds with an air both mysterious and potent.
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    22 mins
  • Last Days of Pompeii Book 1 Chapter III

    Last Days of Pompeii Book 1 Chapter III
    Oct 10 2026
    In which the elegant and artistic Glaucus, a man blessed with many gifts save freedom, entertains a select company in the refined yet intimate setting of his Pompeian house, adorned with exquisite decorations and classical paintings, while lively conversation drifts from culinary delights to the splendours and vices of local society. The evening culminates in a musical revel and a visit to the celebrated and enigmatic Ione, whose beauty and talent captivate the guests, drawing them into the bustling, luminous streets of Pompeii.
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    41 mins
  • Last Days of Pompeii Book 1 Chapter II

    Last Days of Pompeii Book 1 Chapter II
    Oct 9 2026
    In which two youthful friends, wandering the radiant streets of Pompeii, engage in lively discourse about the contrasts between Greek and Roman pleasures, encounter a charming blind flower-girl whose voice enchants the crowd, and reflect on love, loss, and the elusive charms of their surroundings. Their reverie is gently interrupted by the mysterious and somber Arbaces of Egypt, whose presence casts a shadow of melancholy and enigma upon the vibrant scene.
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    26 mins
  • Last Days of Pompeii Book 1 Chapter I

    Last Days of Pompeii Book 1 Chapter I
    Oct 8 2026
    In which the lively streets of Pompeii set the stage for a vivid encounter between Clodius, a florid coxcomb, and Glaucus, a graceful youth of striking presence, hinting at the intricate social dances of wealth, pleasure, and status. Their conversation—light, speculative, and tinged with rivalry—offers a glimpse into the lively customs and varied characters that animate this ancient city.
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    7 mins
  • Last Days of Pompeii Book 1 Chapter VIII

    Last Days of Pompeii Book 1 Chapter VIII
    Oct 15 2026
    In which the young priest Apaecides wrestles with the turmoil of faith and doubt, encountering the fervent Christian Olinthus and the enigmatic Egyptian Arbaces, who reveals his philosophy of nature and necessity alongside beguiling visions and intoxicating pleasures. Amidst solemn discourse and enchanting music, Apaecides finds himself drawn into a world where reason, religion, and the allure of earthly delights entwine in a delicate and seductive dance.
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    31 mins
  • The Lady of Lyons Act V

    The Lady of Lyons Act V
    Oct 7 2026
    In which the scene is set in the city of Lyons where fortunes and affections intersect amidst the austere loyalties and bitter sacrifices that challenge the hearts of those entangled in matters of love, honour, and familial duty. The narrative tenderly explores the pain of lost hopes and the rugged path to redemption as characters grapple with choice and consequence under the stern yet merciful gaze of fate.
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    28 mins