Was she poisoned by an illegal love-potion, or did she die of a broken heart?Īlbia has her own troubles. This time, despite some serious misgivings, Albia is investigating the sudden death of a fifteen-year-old girl, described as bright, affectionate and popular. Newcomers to the series need not fear, by the way: each book contains just enough background detail to make you feel immediately at home. Rome continues to be as splendid and as sordid as it ever was, the crimes committed are as complex and intriguing, and our heroine just as determined and cynical, with that light dusting of humour which made tales of her father's exploits so engaging. Relax, die-hard fans of Falco and his spirited British daughter Albia. Lindsey Davis shows her usual skill in portraying ancient Rome in all its sinister, grubby glory, all the while injecting warmth and even humour into a tale of murder, mayhem and lettuce. Summary: A young girl's tragic death, troublesome families and the heavy hand of the brutal Emperor Domitian.
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