I will start off by saying i love steven saylors books. Roman blood is a historical novel by american author steven saylor, first published by minotaur books in 1991. Fans of saylors roma sub rosa series, of which last seen in massilia is the eighth installment. We deliver the joy of reading in 100% recyclable packaging with free standard shipping on us. Steven saylor is the author of the long running roma sub rosa series featuring gordianus the. Martins minotaur, october 2000 following an anonymous tip that his son meto has died in massilia, gordianus has braved the roman civil war to discover the truth. In 49 bc, in the city of massilia modernday marseille, on the coast of southern gaul, gordianus the finders beloved son meto has disappearedbranded as a traitor to caesar and apparently dead. A novel of ancient rome roma sub rosa series, book 8 authors. The latest book is throne of caesar, in which gordianus confronts the ides of march, 44 b.
See all books authored by steven saylor, including down these strange streets, and roma. Steven saylor is the author of the long running roma sub rosa series. It follows the continuing story of gordianus the finder and his dealings in the world of rome at the height of the republic. Last seen in massilia by steven saylor overdrive rakuten. In steven saylors novel last seen in massilia the roma sub rosa series the siege is the setting for the story. The siege and naval battle of massilia was an episode of caesars civil war, fought in 49 bc. Last seen in massilia is a historical novel by american author steven saylor, first published by st. It is the seventh book in his roma sub rosa series of mystery stories set in the final decades of the roman republic. Listen to roman blood a novel of ancient rome by steven saylor available from rakuten kobo. Last seen in massilia steven saylor as civil war between caesar and pompey engulfs the roman world, gordianus the finder receives an anonymous message informing him of the death of his son meto who has been acting as a double agent for.
He has appeared as an onair expert on roman history and life on the history channel. And once again, gordianus the finder is in the thick of the. Steven saylor writes murder mysteries and is best known for his roma sub rosa series set in ancient rome and featuring gordianus the finder. In last seen in massilia, the eighth book in the sub roma series by steven saylor, our hero gordianus the finder has traveled with his strong soninlaw davus to massilia presentday marseille because hes received a note telling him that his son meto died there and, being the finder that he is, he has to learn the truth. Like the hatfields and the mccoys, the generals fighting over control of rome have left a legacy of unending strife. Three stars purchase last seen in massilia from available in hardback. Buy last seen in massilia by steven saylor from waterstones today. Just click edit text or double click me to add your own content and make changes to the font.
The year is 49 bc, and there is civil war in the roman empire. A novel of ancient rome roma sub rosa unabridged by saylor, steven isbn. In last seen in massilia, the eighth book in the sub roma series by steven saylor, our hero gordianus the finder has traveled with his strong son in law davus to massilia presentday marseille because hes received a note telling him that his son meto died there and, being the finder that he is, he has to learn the truth. In this round, julius caesar, returning victorious from spain in 49 b. The latest in saylor s roma sub rosa series, last seen in massilia, is probably his most compelling yet, and his wry heros firstperson narration again pulls off the brilliant sleightofhand of transplanting a modern sensibility into a denizen of the ancient world, while always avoiding anachronism. Steven saylor is the author of the long running roma sub rosa series featuring gordianus the finder, as well as the new york times. In steven saylor s novel last seen in massilia the roma sub rosa series the siege is the setting for the story. Steven saylorstatecollapsed to show the template collapsed, i. In last seen in massilia, the seventh volume in the roma sub rosa series of novels and short story collections relating the.
Oct 01, 2000 in last seen in massilia, the eighth book in the sub roma series by steven saylor, our hero gordianus the finder has traveled with his strong son in law davus to massilia presentday marseille because hes received a note telling him that his son meto died there and, being the finder that he is, he has to learn the truth. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. He is a graduate of the university of texas at austin, where he studied history and classics saylors bestknown work is his roma sub rosa historical mystery series, set in ancient rome. I have read every one of them, and last seen in massilia is one of my favorites. Download the triumph of caesar by steven saylor this links to an. Roman blood audiobook by steven saylor 9781483064017. Steven saylor is the author of the long running roma sub rosa series featuring gordianus the finder, as well as the new york times bestselling novel, roma and its followup, empire. Caesar and pompey battle for supremacy and the entire world seems swept up in the war. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. Steven saylor roma sub rosa 07 a murder on the appian way.
Saylor s bestknown work is his roma sub rosa historical mystery series, set in ancient rome. It is the first book in his roma sub rosa series of mystery novels set in the final decades of the roman republic. The year is 80 bc, and the dictator sulla rules rome. Empire is a historical novel by american author steven saylor.
Steven saylor born march 23, 1956 is an american author of historical novels. The novels hero is a detective named gordianus the finder, active during the time of sulla, cicero, julius caesar, and cleopatra. Members may have downloaded the hteam omnibus last year. As civil war between caesar and pompey engulfs the roman world, gordianus the finder receives an anonymous message infor. The book is available both on gutenberg and also free on kindle. Read last seen in massilia a novel of ancient rome by steven saylor available from rakuten kobo. Mar 29, 2011 last seen in massilia by steven saylor, 9780312582432, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and videos from thousands of public libraries worldwide. I was unsure if i would enjoy this set of books when i downloaded them as the first. Family members in different generations take very different attitudes to the current emperor. Last seen in massilia roma sub rosa, book 8 by steven saylor. The new trade paperback edition of last seen in massilia is now in. Last seen in massilia ebook by steven saylor rakuten kobo. He is a graduate of the university of texas at austin, where he studied history and classics. It is the sequel to roma, and follows the lives of five generations of the pinarius family from the reign of the first roman emperor, augustus, to the height of romes empire under hadrian family members in different generations take very different attitudes to the current emperor. Last seen in massilia summary by steven saylor start your free trial.
Last seen in massilia gordianus the finder book 8 enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Oct 01, 2000 i will start off by saying i love steven saylor s books. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. As civil war between caesar and pompey engulfs the roman world, gordianus the finder receives an anonymous message informing him of the death of his son meto who has been acting as a double agent for caesar. Aug 07, 2018 last seen in massilia the roma sub rosa series steven saylor, ralph cosham on.
Last seen in massilia gordianus the finder book 8 by steven saylor. Steven saylor books list of books by author steven saylor. Roma sub rosa series, book 8 audible audiobook unabridged steven saylor author, ralph cosham narrator, blackstone audio, inc. Last seen in massilia rubicon is a historical novel by american author steven saylor, first published by st. Read on wikipedia edit history talk page print download pdf.
Last seen in massilia gordianus the finder book 8 english edition. The story follows two ancient roman families, the potitii and pinarii, as members of successive generations bear witness to, as well as participate in, some of romes greatest historical events. Even for readers without a great deal of interest in history, this will be a worthwhile read. Steven has been a newspaper and magazine editor, and a literary agent. Last seen in massilia by steven saylor waterstones. Last seen in massilia by steven saylor librarything. The epic style is similar to james micheners historical novels i.
As he arrives in massilia, the place is under seige by caesars roman. Last seen in massilia gordianus the finder book 8 ebook. Get your kindle here oder eine gratis kindle leseapp herunterladen. The latest in saylors roma sub rosa series, last seen in massilia, is probably his most compelling yet, and his wry heros firstperson narration again pulls off the brilliant sleightofhand of transplanting a modern sensibility into a denizen of the ancient world, while always avoiding anachronism. Start a free 30day trial today and get your first audiobook free. Steven saylorstateexpanded to show the template expanded, i. Consumed with grief, gordianus arrives in the city amid a raging civil war, hoping to discover what happened to his son. The main character is the roman sleuth gordianus the finder plot summary.
Steven saylor is the author of the roma sub rosa series of historical mysteries featuring gordianus the finder, set in the ancient rome of cicero, caesar, and cleopatra. Pdf last seen in massilia download full pdf book download. Last seen in massilia by steven saylor, 9781845292430, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. I will start off by saying i love steven saylor s books. It is the sequel to roma, and follows the lives of five generations of the pinarius family from the reign of the first roman emperor, augustus, to the height of romes empire under hadrian.