Quotes
“Lindsey Davis has seen off all her competitors, notably US author Steven Saylor, to become the unassailable market leader in the ‘crime in Ancient Rome’ genre. Her books featuring the Roman sleuth Falco marry persuasive historical elements and compelling storytelling…Davis’ squalid, vibrant Rome is as pleasurable as ever.” Guardian (London)
“By using the essentials of her trade—methodical inquiry, reasoning, memory, and persistence—[Flavia] provides a satisfactory conclusion to this complicated but lively tale…Not to be missed.” Booklist (starred review)
“The story moves along at a cracking pace…We catch up with news of Falco, and we may even shed a tear at another death, one much closer to Albia’s heart. This is definitely a book not to be missed.” Bookbag (5 stars)
“Davis’ close attention to detail, such as a reference to Emperor Domitian’s proscription against sidewalk cafés, makes the past vivid.” Publishers Weekly
“The always reliable Davis has written another compelling mystery conveying a vividly detailed ancient Rome, with characters who possess unique personalities and come from all walks of life.” Library Journal
“The sixth case for Davis’ heroine boasts a brisk pace, a colorful cast, and her customary attention to period detail.” Kirkus Reviews