Deadly Election: A Flavia Albia Mystery (Flavia Albia Series) - Hardcover

Davis, Lindsey

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1250063981 ISBN 13: 9781250063984

Publisher: Minotaur Books, 2015

Synopsis

In the first century A.D., during Domitian's reign, Flavia Albia is ready for a short break from her family. So despite the oppressive July heat, she returns to Rome, leaving them at their place on the coast. Albia, daughter of Marcus Didius Falco, the famed private informer (now retired), has taken up her father's former profession, and it's time to get back to work. The first order of business, however, is the corpse that was found in a chest sent as part of a large lot to be sold by the Falco family auction house. As the senior family representative in Rome, it falls upon Albia to identify the corpse, find out why he was killed, who killed him, and, most important, how did it end up in the chest.

At the same time, her potential young man, Faustus, comes looking for help with his friend Sextus's political campaign. Between the auction business and Roman politics, it's not quite clear which one is the more underhanded and duplicitous. Both, however, are tied together by the mysterious body in the chest, and if Albia isn't able to solve that mystery, it won't be the only body to drop.

About this title

About the Author:

LINDSEY DAVIS is the author of the New York Times bestselling series of historical mysteries featuring Marcus Didius Falco, which started with The Silver Pigs, and the mysteries featuring Falco's daughter, Flavia Albia, which started with The Ides of April. She has also authored a few acclaimed historical novels, including The Course of Honour. She lives in Birmingham, UK.

Review:

“Davis combines excellent research, expansive knowledge, and vivid writing to immerse readers in ancient Rome. The people and the places of the city seem both authentic and familiar...a great read!” ―Library Journal on The Ides of April

“A series debut that's both suspenseful and sly. Davis delights once again with her trademark blend of quirky characters and rich period detail...Readers can anticipate Flavia Albia to be a compelling presence for years to come.” ―Booklist (starred) on The Ides of April

“Davis (Nemesis) ingeniously breathes life into her Ancient Rome series...Provides hope that Flavia could have as long a literary run as Marcus.” ―Publishers Weekly on The Ides of April

About this edition

• Publisher: Minotaur Books
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 1250063981
• ISBN 13: 9781250063984
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 320