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The author of compelling historical fiction and mysteries, steven saylor is best known for his roma sub rosa series, starring the detective gordianus the finder during the time of julius caesar and cleopatra. Roman blood by steven saylor was first published october 15, 1991, by st. Steven saylor audiobooks collection 18 unabridged books 17602191 steven saylor is the author of the long running roma sub rosa series featuring gordianus the finder, as well as the new york times bestselling novel, roma and its followup, empire. He has appeared as an onair expert on roman history and life on the history channel. When i came across roman blood by steven saylor i bought it for two personal reasons. The advocate of sextus roscius, the well known marcus tullius cicero, employs the help of a man named gordianus to dig up information about the murder in order to prove his client. Roman blood novels of ancient rome 9780312383244 by. Steven saylor roman blood read by scott harrison steven saylor arms of nemesis. The lawyer and orator cicero is another jewel in the crown of this book, an impressive feat for a murder mystery writer. He has been with his partner richard since 1976, splitting their time between california and texas. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Steven saylors historical mysteries set in ancient rome and featuring investigator gordianus the finder enjoy a widespread following in america.

Find roman blood novels of ancient rome 9780312383244 by saylor, steven. The boston globe on a murder on the appian way engrossingcontains all the elements that an entertaining mystery and also provides a view of life in ancient rome. I purchased roman blood when it first came out in hardback, as well as almost all saylors other books. Steven saylor is undeniably knowledgeable about life in ancient rome, and in gordianus the finder, saylor has created an interesting and sympathetic character. The series revolves around the activities of the main protagonist, gordianus the finder, who is a private detective during the time of 56 bc in ancient rome. The gordianus the finder chronological book series by steven saylor includes books the seven wonders, raiders of the nile, wrath of the furies. Steven saylor s historical mysteries set in ancient rome and featuring investigator gordianus the finder enjoy a widespread following in america. The ancient civilisation of rome has inspired countless representations of its histories, as well as fiction set during that time.

Steven saylor books, ebooks, audiobooks, biography barnes. Roman blood book one of the roma sub rosa series by steven saylor centers around the real life patricide trial of a country farmer by the name of sextus roscius. The roman civil war has come to its conclusion pompey is dead, egypt is firmly under the control of cleopatra with the help of romes legions, and for the first time in many years julius caesar. Steven saylor is the author of the roma sub rosa series of historical mysteries featuring gordianus the finder, set in the ancient rome of cicero, caesar, and cleopatra. Saylor was born in texas and graduated with high honors from the university of texas at austin, where he studied history and. A novel of ancient rome the roma sub rosa series book 1 kindle edition by steven saylor author. See the complete gordianus the finder chronological series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Roman blood is the first book in the series called the roma sub rosa series, meaning the secret events of rome. Over the next two years, robinson will publish the whole series five novels to date in the uk. Steven saylor became a published author in 1990 with his debut novel roman blood.

A novel of ancient rome ebook written by steven saylor. Steven saylor born march 23, 1956 is an american author of historical novels. Roman blood and arms of nemesis in paperback and the most. He has also written a series of prequels called the seven wonders, as well as other books and autobiographical essays. Steven has also written contemporary standalone titles. This series is rich with history and historical figures. I thought the series really took off after the first few books as gordianuss family expands. He does it so well, the reader doesnt notice it after awhile. The advocate of sextus roscius, the well known marcus tullius cicero, employs the help of a man named gordianus to dig up information about the murder in order to prove his client innocent. Theyre set earlier and i bounced off the first one with gordianus as a callow youth. Saylor s bestknown work is his roma sub rosa historical mystery series, set in ancient rome. He is best known for his roma sub rosa series, featuring the main character gordianus the finder, as well as famous historical roman figures.

Steven saylor is the author of the long running roma sub rosa series featuring gordianus the finder, as well as the new york times bestselling novel, roma and its followup, empire. Roman blood is a perfect blend of mystery and history by a brilliant storyteller. Steven saylor is an american author of historical fiction as well as gay erotic fiction anthologies under the pseudonym of aaron travis. From the arrival of an articulate slave on the doorstep of sleuth gordianus to the riveting recreation of an actual oration by cicero, saylor s remarkable first novel takes the reader deep into the political, legal and family arenas of ancient rome, providing a stirring blend of history and mystery, well seasoned with conspiracy, passion and intrigue.

Roman blood 2000 read online free book by steven saylor. Saylor indulges in his books in the misogyny and sadism of the times with a. A mystery by steven saylor and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Steven saylor audiobooks collection 18 unabridged books. Steven saylor audio books, best sellers, author bio. The novel has remained in print continuously ever since. Steven saylor roman blood signed 1st edition 1991 ebay. Saylor brings history to life in an immediate and vivid manner. Apr 07, 2011 buy roman blood gordianus the finder 1 roma sub rosa by steven saylor isbn. Below is a list of steven saylors books in order of when they were originally published. Elena asks that you come to the house of swans at once. Buy roman blood gordianus the finder 1 roma sub rosa by steven saylor isbn. Roman blood by steven saylor books hachette australia.

Gordianus the finder omnibus books 14 by steven saylor. Roman blood by steven saylor, 9781849016056, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Not exactly what you might call a sackfull of laughs given that ancient rome was a pretty horrible slavebased place but if you have an interest in the roman era reading one of steven saylor s roman novels is like going back there in a time machine. A thrilling puzzle from the ancient world with real historical characters and based on a case in ciceros orations roman blood is a perfect blend of mystery and history. Historical novel society what a fabulous tale steven saylor has woven from the terrible events that king mithradates set in motion in 88 bc. From the arrival of an articulate slave on the doorstep of sleuth gordianus to the riveting recreation of an actual oration by cicero, saylors remarkable first novel. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The highly regarded first book in steven saylors gordianus series which is being reissued with brand new covers to tiein with the highly successful look of roma and empire a thrilling puzzle from the ancient world with real historical characters and based on a case in ciceros orations roman blood is a perfect blend of mystery and history by a brilliant storyteller. It is the first book in his roma sub rosa series of mystery novels set in the final decades of the roman republic. Roman blood turned out to be the first in a longrunning series featuring gordianus the finder, sleuth of ancient rome. From the arrival of an articulate slave on the doorstep of sleuth gordianus to the riveting recreation of an actual oration by cicero, saylors remarkable first novel takes the reader deep into the political, legal and family arenas of ancient rome, providing a stirring blend of history and mystery, well seasoned with conspiracy, passion and intrigue. I have a long list of books i want to read, so roman blood was sitting on my shelf for a time before i picked it up. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read roman blood. Roman blood book by steven saylor half price books marketplace.

A mystery of ancient rome audiobook by steven saylor. The roman sub rosa historical mystery series written by steven saylor consists of a total of 12 novels published between the years 1991 and 2004. A novel of ancient rome the roma sub rosa series book 1 ebook. However, i find scott harrison to be a poor choice to read any stories, except perhaps some of the audible kids titles. Saylors the seven wonders and raiders of the nile combine with this latest to establish him as the undisputed master of the roman historical mystery. Saylors novel that conveys a sense of the horror of the age in perhaps a way that only fiction can.

Roman blood book by steven saylor half price books. Steven saylor is the author of the long running roma sub rosa series featuring gordianus the finder, as well as the new york times bestselling novel, roma. I feel that saylor is a better writer than davis, but i read davis more. Roman blood roma sub rosa, book 1 by steven saylor book cover, description, publication history. The advocate of sextus roscius, the well known marcus tullius cicero, employs the help of a man named gordianus to dig up information. Steven saylor books, ebooks, audiobooks, biography. The latest book is throne of caesar, in which gordianus confronts the ides of march, 44 b. Roman blood is first and foremost a mystery, and the detective is gordinius the finder, a roman citizen who is often hired to find truth. For a long time i was determined to write a novel set in the byzantine empire. Roman blood by steven saylor gordianus is a private investigator, called a finder, working around 50 b. Not exactly what you might call a sackfull of laughs given that ancient rome was a pretty horrible slavebased place but if you have an interest in the roman era reading one of steven saylors roman novels is like going back there in a time machine. The novels hero is a detective named gordianus the finder, active during the time of sulla, cicero, julius caesar, and cleopatra. Thenthanks largely to the jeremy brett tv series of sherlock holmes, which led. Roman blood is a historical novel by american author steven saylor, first published by minotaur books in 1991.