The highly regarded first book in steven saylor s gordianus series which is being reissued with brand new covers to tiein with the highly successful look of roma and empire. 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. A novel of ancient rome ebook written by steven saylor. 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. For a long time i was determined to write a novel set in the byzantine 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. 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 is first and foremost a mystery, and the detective is gordinius the finder, a roman citizen who is often hired to find truth. 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. I purchased roman blood when it first came out in hardback, as well as almost all saylors other books. Roman blood book by steven saylor half price books. The gordianus the finder chronological book series by steven saylor includes books the seven wonders, raiders of the nile, wrath of the furies.
See the complete gordianus the finder chronological series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. A novel of ancient rome the roma sub rosa series book 1 kindle edition by steven saylor author. Theyre set earlier and i bounced off the first one with gordianus as a callow youth. It is the first book in his roma sub rosa series of mystery novels set in the final decades of the roman republic. Saylors novel that conveys a sense of the horror of the age in perhaps a way that only fiction can. Roman blood is the first book in the series called the roma sub rosa series, meaning the secret events of rome. When i came across roman blood by steven saylor i bought it for two personal reasons. Roman blood by steven saylor, 9781849016056, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. 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. 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. I thought the series really took off after the first few books as gordianuss family expands. Elena asks that you come to the house of swans at once. The ancient civilisation of rome has inspired countless representations of its histories, as well as fiction set during that time.
Roman blood by steven saylor books hachette australia. 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. Steven saylor books, ebooks, audiobooks, biography barnes. 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. The advocate of sextus roscius, the well known marcus tullius cicero, employs the help of a man named gordianus to dig up information. Gordianus the finder omnibus books 14 by steven saylor.
Steven saylor roman blood signed 1st edition 1991 ebay. Steven has also written contemporary standalone titles. Steven saylor is undeniably knowledgeable about life in ancient rome, and in gordianus the finder, saylor has created an interesting and sympathetic character. Steven saylor books, ebooks, audiobooks, biography. Roman blood novels of ancient rome 9780312383244 by. 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. 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. Roman blood by steven saylor gordianus is a private investigator, called a finder, working around 50 b. 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.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Steven saylor audio books, best sellers, author bio. 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. The novel has remained in print continuously ever since. Steven saylor s historical mysteries set in ancient rome and featuring investigator gordianus the finder enjoy a widespread following in america. The lawyer and orator cicero is another jewel in the crown of this book, an impressive feat for a murder mystery writer. Find roman blood novels of ancient rome 9780312383244 by saylor, steven.
Roman blood roma sub rosa, book 1 by steven saylor book cover, description, publication history. Roman blood 2000 read online free book by steven saylor. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. The novels hero is a detective named gordianus the finder, active during the time of sulla, cicero, julius caesar, and cleopatra. Steven saylors historical mysteries set in ancient rome and featuring investigator gordianus the finder enjoy a widespread following in america.
Buy roman blood gordianus the finder 1 roma sub rosa by steven saylor isbn. Saylor was born in texas and graduated with high honors from the university of texas at austin, where he studied history and. He has been with his partner richard since 1976, splitting their time between california and texas. Apr 07, 2011 buy roman blood gordianus the finder 1 roma sub rosa by steven saylor isbn. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read roman blood. 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. Steven saylor became a published author in 1990 with his debut novel roman blood. 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.
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. Steven saylor audiobooks collection 18 unabridged books. Below is a list of steven saylors books in order of when they were originally published. He is best known for his roma sub rosa series, featuring the main character gordianus the finder, as well as famous historical roman figures. Saylor has aquired the information of a historian but he enjoys the gifts of a born novelist. 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. Roman blood turned out to be the first in a longrunning series featuring gordianus the finder, sleuth of ancient rome. Saylor indulges in his books in the misogyny and sadism of the times with a. Steven saylor born march 23, 1956 is an american author of historical novels. Roman blood book by steven saylor half price books marketplace. 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. Saylor s bestknown work is his roma sub rosa historical mystery series, set in ancient rome. Roman blood by steven saylor was first published october 15, 1991, by st. Thenthanks largely to the jeremy brett tv series of sherlock holmes, which led.
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. This series is rich with history and historical figures. Roman blood is a historical novel by american author steven saylor, first published by minotaur books in 1991. Historical novel society what a fabulous tale steven saylor has woven from the terrible events that king mithradates set in motion in 88 bc. However, i find scott harrison to be a poor choice to read any stories, except perhaps some of the audible kids titles. Over the next two years, robinson will publish the whole series five novels to date in the uk. Steven saylor roman blood read by scott harrison steven saylor arms of nemesis. I feel that saylor is a better writer than davis, but i read davis more. Saylor brings history to life in an immediate and vivid manner. The latest book is throne of caesar, in which gordianus confronts the ides of march, 44 b. A mystery by steven saylor and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. He has also written a series of prequels called the seven wonders, as well as other books and autobiographical essays. 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. 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.
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