Steven Saylor
Steven Saylor is an American writer whose Roma Sub Rosa series features Gordianus the Finder, a detective in the world of the late Roman Republic, investigating crimes involving historical figures including Caesar, Cicero, and Pompey. His novels blend detailed historical research with compelling mystery plotting. The series is among the finest in historical crime fiction.
Works
- Roman BloodRoman detective solves murder in aristocratic ancient empire
- Arms of NemesisRoman detective investigates deaths with political and personal revenge
- Catilina's RiddleAncient Rome detective explores riddle connecting murder and conspiracy
- The Venus ThrowRoman detective investigates murder among wealthy class
- A Murder on the Appian WayRoman detective investigates death on famous ancient Roman road