“The Rome of Davis’s imagination is licentious and entertaining.”
—San Jose Mercury News
“An excellent series.”
—Library Journal
“Excellent…a cross between I, Claudius and Mystery!”
—Rocky Mountain News
“A pure delight…brilliantly [immerses] us in the marvels of ancient Roman life.”
—Good Book Guide on The Accusers
“An irresistible package of history, mystery, and fast-moving action, all punctuated by a sense of humor that few writers can match.”
—Cleveland Plain Dealer on Venus in Copper
“Roman history and culture are nice accessories for the more durable tool that Davis employs—hilariously good writing.”
—The Washington Post Book World on Last Act in Palmyra
“Davis’s vision of everyday life in the Roman Empire is superb. I haven’t read historical fiction this good since I, Claudius by Robert Graves and The Persian Boy by Mary Renault.”
—Detroit Free Press on Shadows in Bronze
“Lindsey Davis doesn’t just bring Rome to life—she brings life to Rome better than anyone else ever has.”
—Detroit Free Press on The Iron Hand of Mars