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Murder Imperial (Ancient Rome Mysteries, Book 1): A novel of political intrigue in Ancient Rome

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Murder Imperial (Ancient Rome Mysteries, Book 1): A novel of political intrigue in Ancient Rome
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Paul Doherty
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:320
Dimensions(mm): Height 178,Width 118
Category/GenreCrime and mystery
Historical fiction
ISBN/Barcode 9780747260776
ClassificationsDewey:823.914
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Headline Publishing Group
Imprint Headline Book Publishing
Publication Date 1 December 2003
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

313 AD. Under the rule of Emperor Constantine, Rome finally appears to be emerging from its turbulent past. In order to consolidate his control and under the guidance of his mother Helena, Constantine plans to harness the power of the increasingly influential Christian Church. But his loyalties are brought into question when three courtesans from the Guild of Aphrodite - a guild Constantine himself frequents - are found dead. All three bodies have crosses etched on their foreheads and each cheek. Aiming to protect her son's future, Helena calls upon the service of an 'agente in rebus politicis' - or spy. Claudia is the niece of a tavern-owner and is placed as a wine-server in Constantine's household. But Claudia has secret motives of her own...

Author Biography

Paul Doherty was born in Middlesbrough. He studied History at Liverpool and Oxford Universities and obtained a doctorate for his thesis on Edward II and Queen Isabella. He is now headmaster of a school in north-east London and lives with his family in Essex.

Reviews

Praise for Paul Doherty's other novels: 'I really like these medieval whodunnits * Bookseller * A romping good read * Time Out * Historically informative, excellently plotted and, as ever, superbly entertaining * CADS 20 * This rich tale ... seeps authenticity and is written with wonderfully efficient style. A gem of an historical thriller * Huddersfield Daily Examiner *