Description
Book Synopsis
Fans of S. J. Parris, Donna Leon, Steven Saylor and C. J. Sansom will absolutely love this gripping page-turner of a historical mystery from multi-million copy bestselling author Lindsey Davis. Full of twists, turns and tension - you''ll be hooked from page one...
''Her research has been assiduous and detailed, her commitment to the subject is impressive, and the background detail is often eye-opening'' -- Hilary Mantel, Observer
''One of the best writers in this field'' -- Donna Leon, The Times
''Surely the best historical detective in the business'' -- Daily Telegraph
''Every book in this series is a delight ... highly recommended'' -- Library Journal
''Be careful, if you get the taste for this you''ll end up reading them all... I can think of worse ways to pass the time'' -- ***** Reader review
''This series is just SO addictive!'
Trade Review
Every book in this series is a delight … fans will snap it up, highly recommended
Library Journal
* Library Journal *
Davis is a prolific and popular writer … Her research has been assiduous and detailed, her commitment to the subject is impressive, and the background detail is often eye-opening -- Hilary Mantel * Observer *
One of the best of the current writers in this field -- Donna Leon * The Times *
Surely the best historical detective in the business -- Mike Ripley * Daily Telegraph *
The whole thing is splendid. It has everything: mystery, pace wit, fascinating scholarship … she brings imperial Rome to life -- Ellis Peters
