Marcus is a wealthy young boy living in Pompeii in 79 AD. He writes in his journal of strange things that are happening, such as earth tremors and ash falling from the sky. Then Mount Vesuvius erupts, and he and his family are to run for their lives. His journal continues the story of their escape and the aftermath of the eruption. Sapphire level titles provide a selection of stories and non-fiction titles chosen for their range of content, narrative and points of view. This level encourages readers to form opinions and discuss their own reading tastes. PM Plus Storybooks feature a classic story structure with tension, climax and resolution to engage young readers. The books have been written using carefully selected vocabulary to ensure children experience reading success. #pm19-offer