by Lindsey Davis
Amanda McCrina recommended this one to me–historical fiction based in ancient Rome, which could be described as historical romance except that the romantic plot is so utterly unlike anything else I can think of. It takes place over a long period of time–nearly forty years, if I’m remembering correct...
Before reading this book I hadn't read much historical fiction that takes place in Ancient Rome, so this was pretty new to me. I loved that this was based on real people and real events. This was fascinating and written well. I would definitely recommend this to anyone interested in Ancient Rome or ...
Lindsey Davis likes Vespasian. She likes him a great deal as even a cursory reading of her M Didius Falco series proves.I like Vespasian. Among Rome’s many rulers, he ranks up there – in my opinion – with Augustus, Aurelian and Septimius Severus. And if I had the opportunity to have dinner with any ...
As much as I like Lindsey Davis's Falco novels, I simply could not get into this one. And I really wanted to. I hate that.For the complete review, please go here:http://www.epinions.com/content_31227678340
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