Caroline Lawrence crée des romans de mystère historiques captivants, principalement destinés aux jeunes lecteurs. Ses récits transportent les publics dans des mondes antiques, revitalisant le passé à travers des énigmes intrigantes et des détails méticuleusement recherchés. Lawrence combine habilement le contenu éducatif avec des intrigues palpitantes, offrant aux lecteurs un aperçu immersif de la vie et des cultures d'époques révolues. Son approche littéraire distinctive redonne vie à la fiction historique, attirant les esprits curieux.
Ils sont quatre : Flavia, fille d'un riche armateur romain, Jonathan, un jeune chrétien, Nubia, l'esclave africaine, et Lupus, le jeune mendiant muet. Tout les oppose. Et pourtant... À la poursuite d'un impitoyable tueur en série, les quatre enfants vont s'unir. Pour le meilleur et pour le pire. OSTIA, PORT DE ROME, 79 APRÈS J.-C.
The fourth and final book in the new historical adventure series from million copy selling Caroline Lawrence, set in Roman Britain during the reign of the evil Emperor Domitian.
In this engaging tale, P.K. Pinkerton navigates the challenges of being a young detective in a Wild West setting. With a focus on uncovering truths and delivering justice, the story showcases P.K.'s cleverness and resourcefulness as he faces dangerous adversaries known as the Deadly Desperados. The narrative blends adventure and mystery, highlighting the importance of bravery and intellect in solving crimes, while also providing a unique glimpse into the historical context of the American frontier.
The final Roman Mystery begins with the emperor's death! Discovering whether it was natural or murder is the ultimate mystery for Flavia and her detective friends.
More adventure and hilarity in ancient Roman times in this the fourth book of the series, as Threptus the former beggar boy helps his mentor the soothsayer 'read the omens' for a wealthy patron.
The second thrilling adventure in a new historical series from million-copy- selling Caroline Lawrence, set in Roman Britain during the reign of the evil Emperor Domitian.
Flavia and her friends are on a quest for the Emperor Titus - to steal a valuable gemstone known as 'Nero's Eye'. The Delphic Oracle prophesied that whoever owns the gem will rule Rome - so Titus is determined to claim it for himself. Their travels take them across the Roman province of Mauretania, from Sabratha (in modern Libya) to Volubilis (Morocco). As they travel on a caravan across the desert they encounter slave-traders, pantomime actors and a wild animal stampede. The detectives must consider another quest: what has happened to Uncle Gaius? Meanwhile, Flavia faces some tough decisions about her future.
An 'innocent or guilty' dilemma lies at the heart of the thirteenth thrilling adventure in the bestselling series.
This volume includes three novels in their entirety. In The Assassins of Rome , Jonathan has disappeared on a secret quest to Rome. In attempting to locate him, his friends must enter Nero's Golden House, and find an assassin. The Dolphins of Laurentum involves a a sunken wreck full of treasure which seems to be the answer to the four detectives' woes. But someone else seeks the bounty—someone with a sinister connection to Lupus's past. And in the final story, in order to save her father from a terrible fate, Flavia must perform 12 tasks—just like the Greek hero Hercules, in The Twelve Tasks of Flavia Gemina .
An extension of The Roman Mysteries brand, featuring an irresistible new hero, Threptus, who helps solve the mystery of a house haunted by a demon!