The Sirens of Surrentum (Roman Mysteries) - Hardcover

Lawrence, Caroline

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1596430842 ISBN 13: 9781596430846

Publisher: Roaring Brook Press, 2007

Synopsis

It's June A.D. 80. Everyone is thinking about love at the lavish Villa Limona, where friends Flavia, Jonathan, Lupus, and Nubia have come to visit for the summer. But their host suspects that there's a poisoner among the houseguests, and the friends are asked to investigate. Faced with many distractions, including the arrival of Flavia's betrothed, can they set a trap to catch the culprit? 

About this title

About the Author:

Caroline Lawrence is the author of ten previous books in the Roman Mysteries series. Born in California, she studied classical archeology at Cambridge University, and Hebrew and Jewish studies at the University of London, where she still makes her home.

Review:

'a marvellous introduction to the favourite murder methods of Roman times... this book also offers an ingenious introduction to Epicureanisma and Stoicism plus reflections on what constitutes a happy marriage and the true meaning of bravery.' -- Angela Kiverstein JEWISH CHRONICLE 'the 11th title in Caroline Lawrence's excellent series... in this one Lawrence emphasises the much narrower divide between childhood and adulthood that pertained in the Roman period and the result is something much more sophisticated that a pure adventure or mystery novel... It's good to see a series developing and growing with its readers. -- Michael Thorn TES 'Lawrence's Roman Mysteries have humour, drama and tragedy and The Sirens of Surrentum is another emotional, action-packed tale to delight her legions of fans.' BRIDLINGTON TODAY 'It is very exciting and I couldn't put it down... I can't wait for the next books.' -- Flora Murray (age 9) JOURNAL OF CLASSICS TEACHING

About this edition

• Publisher: Roaring Brook Press
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 1596430842
• ISBN 13: 9781596430846
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 224