Roman blood : a mystery of ancient Rome

Steven Saylor's historical mysteries set in ancient Rome and featuring investigator Gordianus the Finder enjoy a widespread following in America.

Over the next two years, Robinson will publish the whole series - five novels to date - in the UK.

We begin on 25 September with three titles: Roman Blood and Arms of Nemesis in paperback and the most recent title, A Murder on the Appian Way, in hardback.

Vivid historical fact, a completely believable world and keen plotting are the hallmarks of Saylor's novels.

In Roman Blood Gordianus the Finder - the large, eccentric, philosophical investigator whose famed skills and integrity have made him much sought after in Rome - is hired by the young Cicero to acquit or convict a man accused of murdering his own father, an ugly, delicate case that soon produces dangerous fireworks.