SPQR

SPQR

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Dive into the intrigue of Ancient Rome with SPQR, a captivating mystery series featuring the astute detective Gordianus the Finder, as he unravels political conspiracies and deadly secrets lurking in the shadows of the Roman Senate and its people.

In the heart of ancient Rome, where power and ambition intertwine like the roots of a labyrinthine vine, the SPQR series unveils a world pulsating with intrigue, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of glory. Amidst the grandeur of the Colosseum and the shadows of the Senate, we follow Lucius Varro, an astute young senator with a burning desire to rise above the chaos around him, fighting against the corruption that seeps into every corner of the Republic. As civil unrest brews and political factions vie for dominance, Lucius must navigate a treacherous landscape filled with cunning rivals and shifting allegiances, all while grappling with his own family's dark secrets. Each decision could either fortify his place in history or lead to his ruin, and with the fate of Rome hanging in the balance, the stakes have never been higher. Brimming with vivid historical detail and rich, multifaceted characters, the SPQR series explores themes of loyalty, ambition, and the moral dilemmas faced by those who wield power. Each installment crafts a captivating narrative of resilience in the face of danger, leaving readers thirsting for more as Lucius races against the tides of fate, determined to carve his legacy amidst the echoes of a crumbling empire. Will he ultimately rise to greatness or be consumed by the very forces he strives to conquer?

Books in this Series

S P Q R

The King's Gambit

Published in 1990

The Catiline Conspiracy

Published in 1991

The Sacrilege

Published in 1992

The Temple of the Muses

Published in 1992

Saturnalia

Published in 1994

Nobody Loves a Centurion

Published in 1995

The Tribune's Curse

Published in 1996

The River God's Vengeance

Published in 1997

The Princess and the Pirates

Published in 2000

A Point of Law

Published in 2001

Under Vesuvius

Published in 2001

Oracle of the Dead

Published in 2005

The Year of Confusion

Published in 2010

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