Ruth Downie
4 SeriesRuth Downie is an award-winning author known for her Roman Britain mystery series featuring medicus Ruso. Her novels, including the acclaimed "Medicus" and "Caveat Emptor," have been translated into multiple languages and have earned her the CWA Historical Dagger award. Downie's meticulous research and engaging storytelling have solidified her reputation in historical fiction.
In "Terra Incognita," the second book in Ruth Downie's series, Ruso travels to the edge of the Roman Empire to replace a deranged doctor. Accompanied by his slave girl, Tilla, whose tribe is on the brink of rebellion, Ruso faces new challenges. When Tilla's former lover is accused of murder, Ruso feels honor-bound to investigate. As tensions rise, Ruso must navigate the complexities of loyalty and justice in a volatile region.
