The fourth and final book in the new historical adventure series from million copy selling Caroline Lawrence, set in Roman Britain during the reign of the evil Emperor Domitian.
Caroline Lawrence Libri
1 gennaio 1954
Caroline Lawrence crea avvincenti romanzi di mistero storici, rivolti principalmente ai lettori più giovani. Le sue narrazioni trasportano il pubblico in mondi antichi, rivitalizzando il passato attraverso intriganti enigmi e dettagli meticolosamente ricercati. Lawrence fonde sapientemente contenuti educativi con trame avvincenti, offrendo ai lettori uno sguardo immersivo nelle vite e nelle culture di epoche passate. Il suo distintivo approccio letterario rivitalizza la narrativa storica, attraendo menti curiose.
P.K. Pinkerton and the Pistol-Packing Widows
- 320pagine
- 12 ore di lettura
In this engaging tale, P.K. Pinkerton navigates the challenges of being a young detective in a Wild West setting. With a focus on uncovering truths and delivering justice, the story showcases P.K.'s cleverness and resourcefulness as he faces dangerous adversaries known as the Deadly Desperados. The narrative blends adventure and mystery, highlighting the importance of bravery and intellect in solving crimes, while also providing a unique glimpse into the historical context of the American frontier.
The Roman Mysteries: The Man from Pomegranate Street
- 262pagine
- 10 ore di lettura
The final Roman Mystery begins with the emperor's death! Discovering whether it was natural or murder is the ultimate mystery for Flavia and her detective friends.
The Roman Mystery Scrolls: The Two-faced God
- 111pagine
- 4 ore di lettura
More adventure and hilarity in ancient Roman times in this the fourth book of the series, as Threptus the former beggar boy helps his mentor the soothsayer 'read the omens' for a wealthy patron.
Roman Quests: The Archers of Isca
- 240pagine
- 9 ore di lettura
The second thrilling adventure in a new historical series from million-copy- selling Caroline Lawrence, set in Roman Britain during the reign of the evil Emperor Domitian.
The Roman Mysteries 14. The Beggar of Volubilis
- 253pagine
- 9 ore di lettura
Flavia and her friends are on a quest for the Emperor Titus - to steal a valuable gemstone known as 'Nero's Eye'. The Delphic Oracle prophesied that whoever owns the gem will rule Rome - so Titus is determined to claim it for himself. Their travels take them across the Roman province of Mauretania, from Sabratha (in modern Libya) to Volubilis (Morocco). As they travel on a caravan across the desert they encounter slave-traders, pantomime actors and a wild animal stampede. The detectives must consider another quest: what has happened to Uncle Gaius? Meanwhile, Flavia faces some tough decisions about her future.
Slave Girl from Jerusalem
- 240pagine
- 9 ore di lettura
An 'innocent or guilty' dilemma lies at the heart of the thirteenth thrilling adventure in the bestselling series.
This volume includes three novels in their entirety. In The Assassins of Rome , Jonathan has disappeared on a secret quest to Rome. In attempting to locate him, his friends must enter Nero's Golden House, and find an assassin. The Dolphins of Laurentum involves a a sunken wreck full of treasure which seems to be the answer to the four detectives' woes. But someone else seeks the bounty—someone with a sinister connection to Lupus's past. And in the final story, in order to save her father from a terrible fate, Flavia must perform 12 tasks—just like the Greek hero Hercules, in The Twelve Tasks of Flavia Gemina .
An extension of The Roman Mysteries brand, featuring an irresistible new hero, Threptus, who helps solve the mystery of a house haunted by a demon!
From Morocco to Libya, from Ostia to Surrentum—Caroline Lawrence has traveled widely to give the Roman Mysteries unrivaled authenticity among historical novels. Her research trips have yielded a dazzling array of insights that allow Caroline to vividly reimagine the ancient world and to bring her characters and stories to life. This book gathers together anecdotes, factual information, and advice for children and their families looking to explore exotic locations, as well as offering compelling background to the real world behind the bestselling Roman Mysteries novels.
