Lindsay Davis
Lindsey Davis is a British writer who created Marcus Didius Falco, a hard-boiled private detective in the world of ancient Rome. Her novels blend genuine classical scholarship with genre conventions in a witty and compelling way. She has also written a contemporary Rome series featuring Flavia Albia. She received the Crime Writers' Association Gold Dagger for her career achievement.
Works
- The Silver PigsRoman detective investigates murder in ancient empire
- Shadows in BronzeDetective explores murders among Roman upper class and society
- Venus in CopperAncient Rome detective investigates crime tied to love and status
- The Iron Hand of MarsRoman detective uncovers murder and military conspiracy during war
- Poseidon's GoldAncient Rome detective investigates treasure and mysterious death