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It is the year 26 BC. Rome is seeking a way to conquer the impregnable lands of the north, inhabited by the indomitable Cantabrians and Asturians. While the fortified city of Bérgida is consumed by flames, Sekeios, an Autrigon mercenary in the service of Rome, is on the run from the encampment after a serious incident with the governor of Tarragon.
It's always been clear that, to certain people, it matters a lot who you go hand in hand with down the street. Even now there are some that like to classify, sanction and make laws about feelings. Are they so dangerous? "Critters, Love and Stuff" is a book about love and about freedom. It is about equality and respect. Funny, daring, ironic and tender. No filters.
Aimed at readers of 9 years old and over, this book teaches that the objective of sport goes far beyond winning or losing. Blanca is a Chinese adoptee and she's having problems with her brother, Gabriel, because of his need to be first in everything. They both play in a football team and they must overcome their differences and evaluate their competitiveness.