Arms of Nemesis (Gordianus the Finder) (Roma Sub Rosa) - Softcover

Steven Saylor

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1845292464 ISBN 13: 9781845292461

Publisher: Robinson Publishing, 2005

Synopsis

South of Rome on the Gulf of Puteoli stands the splendid villa of Marcus Crassus, Rome's wealthiest citizen. When the estate overseer is murdered, Crasus concludes that the deed was done by two missing slaves, who have probably run off to join the Spartacus Slave Revolt. Unless they are found within five days, Crassus vows to massacre his remaining ninety-nine slaves. To Gordianus the Finder falls the fateful task of resolving this riddle from Hades. In a house filled with secrets, the truth is slow to emerge and Gordianus realizes that the labyrinthine path he has chosen just may lead to his own destruction.

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Review:

Compulsively entertaining (New York Times)

A marvellously authentic slice of antiquity that will serve as a savoury treat for fans both of mystery and historical fiction (Booklist)

Sensuoulsy written...........spellbinding (Publishers Weekly)

Book Description:

South of Rome on the Gulf of Puteoli stands the splendid villa of Marcus Crassus, Rome's wealthiest citizen. When the estate overseer is murdered, Crasus concludes that the deed was done by two missing slaves, who have probably run off to join the Spartacus Slave Revolt.

About this edition

• Publisher: Robinson Publishing
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 1845292464
• ISBN 13: 9781845292461
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 320