First published 1199
The year is 92 BC. Marius, the aging general, clings to power in Rome. Sulla, his ruthless protégé, burns with ambition. Their feud will ignite a civil war that threatens to tear the Republic apart. In the midst of this chaos stands Gordianus, a shrewd investigator whose search for a stolen crown becomes a fight for survival. As the balance of power shifts, Gordianus must navigate a web of betrayal to uncover the truth - and decide the fate of Rome itself.
Genres: roman, historical-fiction, mystery, political-thriller
Vibes: dark, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, political-intrigue
Setting: Rome
Period: Republic, 265-30 B.C.
894 pages · Hardcover · Book Club Associates