Has a notorious murderer returned to the streets of Ancient Rome?
In the fourth novel in Paul Doherty's acclaimed Ancient Roman series featuring Claudia, a killer stalks the streets of Rome. Perfect for fans of Lindsey Davis and Steven Saylor.
'An engrossing and informative read' - Publishers Weekly
September 314AD, and once more death strikes the sprawling streets of Imperial Rome. When two prostitutes are found murdered - their bodies ripped open and their right eyes gouged out - it is feared a notorious killer, the Nefandus, has returned. Rumoured to be an imperial officer, he once waged bloody murder amongst Rome's prostitutes but vanished before his identity could be discovered. Has he reappeared, or is someone working in his guise? Desperate to retain order, the Empress Helena turns to her most trusted agent, Claudia. Helena commands her to discover the truth behind the Nefandus, before Rome descends further into chaos and confusion.
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'A great read - I recommend to anyone who loves a good mystery'
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Praise for Paul Doherty: An engrossing and informative read * Publishers Weekly * The master of historical whodunit * Booklist * Paul Doherty weaves an intricate story with clues littered among the pages * Historical Novels Review * Paul Doherty has a lively sense of history * New Statesman * A masterpiece of murder and mystery * Northern Echo *
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978-0-7553-5017-9 (9780755350179)
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Paul Doherty was born in Middlesbrough. He studied History at Liverpool and Oxford universities and obtained a doctorate for his thesis on Edward II and Queen Isabella. He is now headmaster of a school in north-east London and lives with his family in Essex.
