Roma Sub Rosa: Catilina's Riddle (Audiobook)

from kwskultety

A slow starter but finished strong. Saylor brings his characters to life, whether they are actual historical figures (Catalina) or products of his imagination (Gordanius). I just wish the books didn't have so much time in between stories...this one took place about 10 years after book #2. I'd lik...

from msaucier818

Another solid read in the Roma Sub Rosa series by Steven Saylor. This book tells the story of the rebellion of Catilina during the age of Cicero. Like the first two books in the series, this one involved Gordianus the Finder and a mystery involving dead people. The difference from previous books ...

from john257hopper

Perhaps overlong, this is my least favourite of the early Saylor mysteries, as it takes a while really to get going. But still a good read as Saylor has the talent to create believable, rounded characters, even slaves and small children, which carries the story forward.

from cathymoore

Gordianus the Finder is relishing living in semi retirement in the countryside, or so he thinks! It seems you can never be too far away from the political intrigue of the Forum. Gordianus is at his curmudgeonly best accompanied by a delightfully varied cast of characters.

from IreneF

Catalina's Riddle is the first book by Steven Saylor that I've read, and I found it engrossing despite its length. As far as I can tell the course of events was strictly accurate, and the historical characters did and said what they are reported to have done and said in (generally) contemporary s...