A Roman Rescue

This is the first in a new series of graphic time-travel adventures, in which once again the poor old Romans are subjected to a young visitor from the 21st century, who is instantly accepted and quickly helps his young Roman counterpart to win the chariot race with a bit of modern know-how and a skateboard.

I found the manga style illustrations heavy and crude in line and colour although I’m sure plenty of young readers will find both story and pictures to their liking. The text, mostly in speech bubbles, is clear and easy to read. And if some real information about Roman life is wanted, there is a bit-at-the-back with some facts.