Anthea Laurelton is an Australian author who has nursed a passion for Ancient Sparta, Greek mythology and epic sword and sandals movies since high school. A former IT developer, she shares a home with a demanding and spoilt German Shepherd, who she fondly refers to as The Muse. A health and fitness enthusiast, when not writing Anthea enjoys reading, travelling and treasures the hope of returning to horse-riding in the not too distant future.<br> <br>Anthea writes historical adventures packed with romance and intrigue. Currently working on her second book, she loves to weave mythology and Spartan cultural history into her stories. Strong, feisty heroines hold their own against rugged alpha heroes, and despite the challenges thrown at them, they always get their happy ever after.<br> <br>Find out more about Anthea at her website, anthealaurelton.com. Follow her on Twitter @AntheaLaurelton, Instagram @anthealaureltonauthor or like her page at facebook.com/AntheaLaureltonAuthor