About Son of The Arena
Twelve-year-old Jaxson never wished to be a hero—only to understand why he was different.
But when a strange dream pulls him from modern Calgary into the brutal world of ancient Rome, he finds himself chained among slaves, thrown into the sands of Capua, and forced to fight for survival.
Beside him stand legendary warriors—Spartacus, Crixus, and gladiators who will one day shake the Roman Republic. Jaxson must learn quickly: trust the wrong man, and you die. Show mercy, and you die. Run, and everyone else dies.
With only his courage, his instincts, and his loyal dog Prancer, Jaxson is swept into a rebellion that will carve its name into history. From the roaring arenas to burning cities and mountain escapes, he discovers strength he never knew he had—and a destiny tied to warriors who refuse to kneel.
But every step he takes changes the future.
Every choice echoes across centuries.
And as Rome tightens its grip, Jaxson must decide if he is just a lost boy… or a leader the rebels have been waiting for.
A tale of courage, loyalty, and the fire of freedom — perfect for young readers who crave adventure, danger, and heroes who rise from nothing.
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Author Bio:
Kelley Slimmon is a Canadian author and medieval armored combat fighter who swings real steel in the sport of Bohurt.
He began writing The Dreamwalker Chronicles for one reason—to give his son, Jaxson, a story he would be excited to read. What started as a simple idea grew into an epic adventure that bridges centuries, battles, and the bond between a father and his boy.
Kelley writes with one goal: to show young readers that courage comes in many forms, and heroes can come from anywhere—even from a father trying to reach his son through the pages of a book.