Items related to The Dolphins of Laurentum: The Roman Mysteries, Book...
Synopsis
In the fifth volume of the popular series of historical mysteries, a ragged stranger and the prospect of losing her family's fortune lead Flavia Gemina and her friends, Jonathan, Lupus, and Nubia to a seaside villa. There, they discover a shipwreck and sunken treasure--and that someone else is after the treasure, too. As they solve the riddle of the wreck, the four friends also stumble acorss the terrible mystery of Lupus's past.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Caroline Lawrence grew up in California and moved to England, where she earned degrees in classical archaeology from Cambridge University and Hebrew and Jewish studies from the University of London. She is the author of three previous volumes in the Roman Mysteries series.
From School Library Journal
Grade 4-6 In this fifth entry in the series, Flavia Gemina's family faces ruin after her father's trading ship is wrecked. She and her friends Lupus, Nubia, and Jonathan are suspicious when creditors show up trying to seize the house soon after the sea captain arrives home, barely alive, with news of the disaster. They have only a day to find enough money to pay the debt. In the forum, Lupus unexpectedly sees Venalicius, the slave-dealer who killed his parents and cut out his tongue. Hoping for revenge, the boy tries to hire an assassin, but discovers that to do so will require a large sum. The friends, along with Flavia's father, take refuge at a country estate where they learn of a sunken treasure ship in the dangerous waters nearby. Lupus claims to be an experienced diver and informs the others that he can retrieve the submerged cargo. However, Venalicius is after the treasure, too--and has his own reasons for attempting the perilous dive. The taut mystery is cleverly plotted, with good clues scattered throughout. There are many interesting and authentic details of early Roman life as well. Familiarity with the earlier volumes is helpful, but not essential. A good choice for mystery fans who enjoy historical settings.--Elaine E. Knight, Lincoln Elementary Schools, IL
Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherRoaring Brook Press
- Publication date2003
- ISBN 10 0761326065
- ISBN 13 9780761326069
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages176
- Rating
Buy New
Learn more about this copy
US$ 77.47
Shipping:
US$ 13.32
From United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
The Dolphins of Laurentum
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 38649991-20
Quantity: 2 available
Stock Image
The Dolphins of Laurentum: The Roman Mysteries, Book IV
Seller: Booksavers of MD, Hagerstown, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Good. 2003. A good hardcover ex-library book with usual library markings, clean text pages, and moderate cover wear. The dust jacket is in good condition. Booksavers receives donated books and recycles them in a variety of ways. Proceeds benefit the work of Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) in the U.S. and around the world. Seller Inventory # mon0000254356
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Dolphins of Laurentum: The Roman Mysteries, Book IV (The Roman Mysteries)
Seller: Revaluation Books, Exeter, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
LIB. Condition: Brand New. 192 pages. 8.75x6.00x1.00 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # 0761326065
Quantity: 1 available