Reviews
‘An irresistible and rapidly-moving outing for the wittiest
Roman of them all’ – the Independent ‘Full of murder, mayhem, and riotous corruption, The Accusers
is a hedonistically great read’ - ReadingGroupGuides.com The author has always wanted to do a courtroom drama – and
it's wonderful! – The Poisoned Pen Booknews As
usual, Davis's sprightly narrative focuses on customs, history,
and details of the Metellus and Falco households and takes its
time unravelling the mystery' – Kirkus reviews.
'Scandal, blackmail, corruption, and intrigue – common
ingredients of legal practice. In one particularly fine scene,
Falco delivers a speech in the Basilica that relies on amusing
and effective rhetorical tricks. Wry, cynical and principled,
Falco makes the perfect guide to Davis's vividly realised
ancient Rome – Publishers Weekly. You know what you're
getting and you've got it again - another lovely Falco yarn.
– The Bookseller. THE ACCUSERS is a riveting yet humorous
mystery that takes readers through the ancient streets of Rome
and into the homes of its upper class, as well as into Falco's
decidedly working class life. Some of my favorite parts of these
novels are Falco's private asides to the reader, as well as the
brilliant dialogue. While wit plays a large part in this novel,
it's the well-thought out mystery and the portrayal of Falco's
everyday life that is well done. Readers can easily picture Rome
at its heyday.
Once again, Lindsey Davis and Marcus Didius Falco have
delighted me with his quirky take on life and his down-to-earth
commitment to his family and his beloved city. Don't miss THE
ACCUSERS; it's entertaining, well written, and wickedly funny.
– Jani Brooks, Romance Reviews Today
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