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SPQR XI: Under Vesuvius

A Mystery

John Maddox RobertsSeries: SPQR
4.2
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Pages
224
Year
2013
Language
English
Publisher
St. Martin's Publishing Group

About

In SPQR XI: Under Vesuvius, things are going well for Decius Caecilius Metellus. He is Praetor Peregrinus, which means he has to judge a case or two, but those cases are outside of the City. His cases will be those dealing with foreigners, and all of Italy is his province. His first stop is Campania, "Italy's most popular resort district." Decius and his wife, Julia, are happy for a change of scenery. But, the good times end when, in a town near Vesuvius, a priest's daughter is murdered. Decius must find her killer and keep the mob off a young boy who everyone blames but he believes to be innocent. Decius may have acquired more prestige, but he's also acquired more trouble.

With his SPQR novels, John Maddox Roberts has written a satisfying and entertaining historical mystery series. The stakes just keep getting higher in this latest atmospheric puzzle.

Related Subjects

  • Historical (Mystery & Detective)
  • Mystery & Detective
  • Adult Fiction
  • Ancient
  • Historical (Adult Fiction)

Extended Details

  • SeriesSPQR #11

    Reviews

    "Roberts's characters are entertaining, very human, and frequently both witty and surprising."
    Mystery News
    "Longtime fans and those interested in the Roman Republic will enjoy this crafty puzzle."
    Publishers Weekly on SPQR IX: The Princess and the Pirates
    "Under Roberts' skilled hand and light touch, this visit to ancient Rome seems like touring a familiar neighborhood with old friends."
    Tampa Tribune on SPQR VIII: The River God's Vengeance

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