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A Good Story, What More Do you Need, 15 Nov 2004
Libertus the Pavement Maker returns in the second of Rosemary Rowe's novels on Roman Britain set in the second century AD.
Libertus is a witness to a stabbing on the streets of Corinium (modern day Cirencester). Luckily for the victim a physician is hand and a tragedy is averted. However Libertus is commanded by his wealthy patron Marcus Septimus to investigate the attack. This is no where near the end of the matter and Libertus soon becomes embroiled in another case of murder and intrigue. These books are well researched and the storytelling is excellent. I commend them to you.
Highly entertaining Romano-British thriller., 24 Sep 2000
Excellent for reading aloud - I read this to my blind sister and we could not put it down. Especailly enjoyed the humour, great puzzle, and evocative details of Romano-British life.Highly recommended.
a fine sequel to the germanicus mosaic., 25 Apr 2000
another mosaic maze! libertus keeps one guessing to the very last page.
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Customer Reviews
A Good Story, What More Do you Need, 15 Nov 2004
Libertus the Pavement Maker returns in the second of Rosemary Rowe's novels on Roman Britain set in the second century AD. Libertus is a witness to a stabbing on the streets of Corinium (modern day Cirencester). Luckily for the victim a physician is hand and a tragedy is averted. However Libertus is commanded by his wealthy patron Marcus Septimus to investigate the attack. This is no where near the end of the matter and Libertus soon becomes embroiled in another case of murder and intrigue. These books are well researched and the storytelling is excellent. I commend them to you. Highly entertaining Romano-British thriller., 24 Sep 2000
Excellent for reading aloud - I read this to my blind sister and we could not put it down. Especailly enjoyed the humour, great puzzle, and evocative details of Romano-British life.Highly recommended. a fine sequel to the germanicus mosaic., 25 Apr 2000
another mosaic maze! libertus keeps one guessing to the very last page. Another Excellent Offering in the Libertus Mysteries, 13 Feb 2007
Rosemary Rowe is the pseudonym of Rosemary Aitken, a highly qualified academic, who has written more than half a dozen bestselling textbooks on English Language and communication. She has written fiction for many years under her married name.
The murdered body of a visiting ambassador from Rome brings preparations for the Emperor's birthday to an abrupt halt and yet again Libertus is called in to help in the investigations. The case becomes even more mysterious when the body disappears and then unearthly wails and mysterious bloodstains start to appear from nowhere.
The townspeople, already riddled with their own superstitions are gripped with terror and Libertus finds himself in extreme danger when he becomes the target of an angry mob, accusing him of angering the gods and demanding his death in an attempt to appease them. Nothing is as it appears and Libertus begins to uncover more unsettling events and yet more deaths before the truth can finally be revealed.
The best Libertus yet..., 02 May 2003
If you have read the previous Libertus books, then you know what to expect: a cracking mystery laced with fascinating details of Roman life, and believable characters. The pace of the series continues to build - Libertus is getting better known after his brushes with Imperial Rome - and this attention brings its own dangers, especially when the Gods are involved! The mystery is solid (Rowe again kept me guessing to the end - and again I had guessed wrong!), and believable. The best Roman series currently around just got better...
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Customer Reviews
A Good Story, What More Do you Need, 15 Nov 2004
Libertus the Pavement Maker returns in the second of Rosemary Rowe's novels on Roman Britain set in the second century AD. Libertus is a witness to a stabbing on the streets of Corinium (modern day Cirencester). Luckily for the victim a physician is hand and a tragedy is averted. However Libertus is commanded by his wealthy patron Marcus Septimus to investigate the attack. This is no where near the end of the matter and Libertus soon becomes embroiled in another case of murder and intrigue. These books are well researched and the storytelling is excellent. I commend them to you. Highly entertaining Romano-British thriller., 24 Sep 2000
Excellent for reading aloud - I read this to my blind sister and we could not put it down. Especailly enjoyed the humour, great puzzle, and evocative details of Romano-British life.Highly recommended. a fine sequel to the germanicus mosaic., 25 Apr 2000
another mosaic maze! libertus keeps one guessing to the very last page. Another Excellent Offering in the Libertus Mysteries, 13 Feb 2007
Rosemary Rowe is the pseudonym of Rosemary Aitken, a highly qualified academic, who has written more than half a dozen bestselling textbooks on English Language and communication. She has written fiction for many years under her married name.
The murdered body of a visiting ambassador from Rome brings preparations for the Emperor's birthday to an abrupt halt and yet again Libertus is called in to help in the investigations. The case becomes even more mysterious when the body disappears and then unearthly wails and mysterious bloodstains start to appear from nowhere.
The townspeople, already riddled with their own superstitions are gripped with terror and Libertus finds himself in extreme danger when he becomes the target of an angry mob, accusing him of angering the gods and demanding his death in an attempt to appease them. Nothing is as it appears and Libertus begins to uncover more unsettling events and yet more deaths before the truth can finally be revealed.
The best Libertus yet..., 02 May 2003
If you have read the previous Libertus books, then you know what to expect: a cracking mystery laced with fascinating details of Roman life, and believable characters. The pace of the series continues to build - Libertus is getting better known after his brushes with Imperial Rome - and this attention brings its own dangers, especially when the Gods are involved! The mystery is solid (Rowe again kept me guessing to the end - and again I had guessed wrong!), and believable. The best Roman series currently around just got better...
Libertus is One of my Favourite Characters, 08 Jan 2007
Rosemary Rowe is a pseudonym of Rosemary Aitken, a highly qualified academic who has written many best selling text books on the English language. Why so many modern day author's need to write books under a pseudonym is probably a closely guarded secret between them and their accountant, or am I being too cynical? No matter Rosemary Rowe aka Rosemary Aitken has a string of books, in fact this is the ninth featuring Libertus, a former slave and now a craftsman pavement maker, or to the uninitiated a maker of tile mosaics. He is also the Roman Britain equivalent of Sherlock Homes and is called upon frequently to solve mysteries for his patron Marcus Septimus.
AD 189, and in the main the lot of a slave in Roman Briton is not a particularly happy one, but fortunately for one young Glevum slave, Junio, his master Libertus, once a slave himself, believes wholeheartedly in rewarding loyalty and service. Junio is to be granted his freedom at an elaborate ceremony at the Basilica Law Court. The moment of his manumission that will make Junio a free man also seems an ideal time to announce the boy's engagement to be married, but will the young couple's future happiness be threatened by a terrible omen? The body of a corpse is found. The body has been hastily concealed in a shallow grave. What is the identity of the body and who is trying to cover up the deed?
Libertus is determined to solve the mystery before the nuptials take place and Junio is only too eager to help his master and avoid the ill luck that may befall him and his future bride.
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Customer Reviews
A Good Story, What More Do you Need, 15 Nov 2004
Libertus the Pavement Maker returns in the second of Rosemary Rowe's novels on Roman Britain set in the second century AD. Libertus is a witness to a stabbing on the streets of Corinium (modern day Cirencester). Luckily for the victim a physician is hand and a tragedy is averted. However Libertus is commanded by his wealthy patron Marcus Septimus to investigate the attack. This is no where near the end of the matter and Libertus soon becomes embroiled in another case of murder and intrigue. These books are well researched and the storytelling is excellent. I commend them to you. Highly entertaining Romano-British thriller., 24 Sep 2000
Excellent for reading aloud - I read this to my blind sister and we could not put it down. Especailly enjoyed the humour, great puzzle, and evocative details of Romano-British life.Highly recommended. a fine sequel to the germanicus mosaic., 25 Apr 2000
another mosaic maze! libertus keeps one guessing to the very last page. Another Excellent Offering in the Libertus Mysteries, 13 Feb 2007
Rosemary Rowe is the pseudonym of Rosemary Aitken, a highly qualified academic, who has written more than half a dozen bestselling textbooks on English Language and communication. She has written fiction for many years under her married name.
The murdered body of a visiting ambassador from Rome brings preparations for the Emperor's birthday to an abrupt halt and yet again Libertus is called in to help in the investigations. The case becomes even more mysterious when the body disappears and then unearthly wails and mysterious bloodstains start to appear from nowhere.
The townspeople, already riddled with their own superstitions are gripped with terror and Libertus finds himself in extreme danger when he becomes the target of an angry mob, accusing him of angering the gods and demanding his death in an attempt to appease them. Nothing is as it appears and Libertus begins to uncover more unsettling events and yet more deaths before the truth can finally be revealed.
The best Libertus yet..., 02 May 2003
If you have read the previous Libertus books, then you know what to expect: a cracking mystery laced with fascinating details of Roman life, and believable characters. The pace of the series continues to build - Libertus is getting better known after his brushes with Imperial Rome - and this attention brings its own dangers, especially when the Gods are involved! The mystery is solid (Rowe again kept me guessing to the end - and again I had guessed wrong!), and believable. The best Roman series currently around just got better...
Libertus is One of my Favourite Characters, 08 Jan 2007
Rosemary Rowe is a pseudonym of Rosemary Aitken, a highly qualified academic who has written many best selling text books on the English language. Why so many modern day author's need to write books under a pseudonym is probably a closely guarded secret between them and their accountant, or am I being too cynical? No matter Rosemary Rowe aka Rosemary Aitken has a string of books, in fact this is the ninth featuring Libertus, a former slave and now a craftsman pavement maker, or to the uninitiated a maker of tile mosaics. He is also the Roman Britain equivalent of Sherlock Homes and is called upon frequently to solve mysteries for his patron Marcus Septimus.
AD 189, and in the main the lot of a slave in Roman Briton is not a particularly happy one, but fortunately for one young Glevum slave, Junio, his master Libertus, once a slave himself, believes wholeheartedly in rewarding loyalty and service. Junio is to be granted his freedom at an elaborate ceremony at the Basilica Law Court. The moment of his manumission that will make Junio a free man also seems an ideal time to announce the boy's engagement to be married, but will the young couple's future happiness be threatened by a terrible omen? The body of a corpse is found. The body has been hastily concealed in a shallow grave. What is the identity of the body and who is trying to cover up the deed?
Libertus is determined to solve the mystery before the nuptials take place and Junio is only too eager to help his master and avoid the ill luck that may befall him and his future bride.
Just as Good as the Other Libertus Books, 10 Aug 2005
The author's knowledge and feel for Roman Britain is second to none and her storytelling keeps the reader asking for more. This latest book is no different and I enjoyed it immensely. AD 188 and Britain is without a Roman governer. Until a new governor is installed Marcus Septimus is one of the most important men in Roman Britain. He is also the patron of Libertus, one-time slave and mosaic (pavement maker) artist. Marcus has called on Libertus on more than one occasion to help solve crimes among the Romans and Britains. Libertus is asked by Marcus to accompany him from Glevum to Isca on official business and although Libertus is busy with his work, he knows that it would be foolish to refuse. On the way they make a stop at Venta. The place is simmering with unrest towards the Romans, where the Silures are loyal to their former chieftain Caractacus. While there Libertus is shocked to see a man whose funeral he attended not long ago. The man runs away and pursuit of him leads Libertus into danger not only to himself but all the party who are travelling with him . . .
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Customer Reviews
A Good Story, What More Do you Need, 15 Nov 2004
Libertus the Pavement Maker returns in the second of Rosemary Rowe's novels on Roman Britain set in the second century AD. Libertus is a witness to a stabbing on the streets of Corinium (modern day Cirencester). Luckily for the victim a physician is hand and a tragedy is averted. However Libertus is commanded by his wealthy patron Marcus Septimus to investigate the attack. This is no where near the end of the matter and Libertus soon becomes embroiled in another case of murder and intrigue. These books are well researched and the storytelling is excellent. I commend them to you. Highly entertaining Romano-British thriller., 24 Sep 2000
Excellent for reading aloud - I read this to my blind sister and we could not put it down. Especailly enjoyed the humour, great puzzle, and evocative details of Romano-British life.Highly recommended. a fine sequel to the germanicus mosaic., 25 Apr 2000
another mosaic maze! libertus keeps one guessing to the very last page. Another Excellent Offering in the Libertus Mysteries, 13 Feb 2007
Rosemary Rowe is the pseudonym of Rosemary Aitken, a highly qualified academic, who has written more than half a dozen bestselling textbooks on English Language and communication. She has written fiction for many years under her married name.
The murdered body of a visiting ambassador from Rome brings preparations for the Emperor's birthday to an abrupt halt and yet again Libertus is called in to help in the investigations. The case becomes even more mysterious when the body disappears and then unearthly wails and mysterious bloodstains start to appear from nowhere.
The townspeople, already riddled with their own superstitions are gripped with terror and Libertus finds himself in extreme danger when he becomes the target of an angry mob, accusing him of angering the gods and demanding his death in an attempt to appease them. Nothing is as it appears and Libertus begins to uncover more unsettling events and yet more deaths before the truth can finally be revealed.
The best Libertus yet..., 02 May 2003
If you have read the previous Libertus books, then you know what to expect: a cracking mystery laced with fascinating details of Roman life, and believable characters. The pace of the series continues to build - Libertus is getting better known after his brushes with Imperial Rome - and this attention brings its own dangers, especially when the Gods are involved! The mystery is solid (Rowe again kept me guessing to the end - and again I had guessed wrong!), and believable. The best Roman series currently around just got better...
Libertus is One of my Favourite Characters, 08 Jan 2007
Rosemary Rowe is a pseudonym of Rosemary Aitken, a highly qualified academic who has written many best selling text books on the English language. Why so many modern day author's need to write books under a pseudonym is probably a closely guarded secret between them and their accountant, or am I being too cynical? No matter Rosemary Rowe aka Rosemary Aitken has a string of books, in fact this is the ninth featuring Libertus, a former slave and now a craftsman pavement maker, or to the uninitiated a maker of tile mosaics. He is also the Roman Britain equivalent of Sherlock Homes and is called upon frequently to solve mysteries for his patron Marcus Septimus.
AD 189, and in the main the lot of a slave in Roman Briton is not a particularly happy one, but fortunately for one young Glevum slave, Junio, his master Libertus, once a slave himself, believes wholeheartedly in rewarding loyalty and service. Junio is to be granted his freedom at an elaborate ceremony at the Basilica Law Court. The moment of his manumission that will make Junio a free man also seems an ideal time to announce the boy's engagement to be married, but will the young couple's future happiness be threatened by a terrible omen? The body of a corpse is found. The body has been hastily concealed in a shallow grave. What is the identity of the body and who is trying to cover up the deed?
Libertus is determined to solve the mystery before the nuptials take place and Junio is only too eager to help his master and avoid the ill luck that may befall him and his future bride.
Just as Good as the Other Libertus Books, 10 Aug 2005
The author's knowledge and feel for Roman Britain is second to none and her storytelling keeps the reader asking for more. This latest book is no different and I enjoyed it immensely. AD 188 and Britain is without a Roman governer. Until a new governor is installed Marcus Septimus is one of the most important men in Roman Britain. He is also the patron of Libertus, one-time slave and mosaic (pavement maker) artist. Marcus has called on Libertus on more than one occasion to help solve crimes among the Romans and Britains. Libertus is asked by Marcus to accompany him from Glevum to Isca on official business and although Libertus is busy with his work, he knows that it would be foolish to refuse. On the way they make a stop at Venta. The place is simmering with unrest towards the Romans, where the Silures are loyal to their former chieftain Caractacus. While there Libertus is shocked to see a man whose funeral he attended not long ago. The man runs away and pursuit of him leads Libertus into danger not only to himself but all the party who are travelling with him . . .
A Good Story, What More Do you Need, 15 Nov 2004
Libertus the Pavement Maker returns in the second of Rosemary Rowe's novels on Roman Britain set in the second century AD.
Libertus is a witness to a stabbing on the streets of Corinium (modern day Cirencester). Luckily for the victim a physician is hand and a tragedy is averted. However Libertus is commanded by his wealthy patron Marcus Septimus to investigate the attack. This is no where near the end of the matter and Libertus soon becomes embroiled in another case of murder and intrigue. These books are well researched and the storytelling is excellent. I commend them to you.
Highly entertaining Romano-British thriller., 24 Sep 2000
Excellent for reading aloud - I read this to my blind sister and we could not put it down. Especailly enjoyed the humour, great puzzle, and evocative details of Romano-British life.Highly recommended.
a fine sequel to the germanicus mosaic., 25 Apr 2000
another mosaic maze! libertus keeps one guessing to the very last page.
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Customer Reviews
A Good Story, What More Do you Need, 15 Nov 2004
Libertus the Pavement Maker returns in the second of Rosemary Rowe's novels on Roman Britain set in the second century AD. Libertus is a witness to a stabbing on the streets of Corinium (modern day Cirencester). Luckily for the victim a physician is hand and a tragedy is averted. However Libertus is commanded by his wealthy patron Marcus Septimus to investigate the attack. This is no where near the end of the matter and Libertus soon becomes embroiled in another case of murder and intrigue. These books are well researched and the storytelling is excellent. I commend them to you. Highly entertaining Romano-British thriller., 24 Sep 2000
Excellent for reading aloud - I read this to my blind sister and we could not put it down. Especailly enjoyed the humour, great puzzle, and evocative details of Romano-British life.Highly recommended. a fine sequel to the germanicus mosaic., 25 Apr 2000
another mosaic maze! libertus keeps one guessing to the very last page. Another Excellent Offering in the Libertus Mysteries, 13 Feb 2007
Rosemary Rowe is the pseudonym of Rosemary Aitken, a highly qualified academic, who has written more than half a dozen bestselling textbooks on English Language and communication. She has written fiction for many years under her married name.
The murdered body of a visiting ambassador from Rome brings preparations for the Emperor's birthday to an abrupt halt and yet again Libertus is called in to help in the investigations. The case becomes even more mysterious when the body disappears and then unearthly wails and mysterious bloodstains start to appear from nowhere.
The townspeople, already riddled with their own superstitions are gripped with terror and Libertus finds himself in extreme danger when he becomes the target of an angry mob, accusing him of angering the gods and demanding his death in an attempt to appease them. Nothing is as it appears and Libertus begins to uncover more unsettling events and yet more deaths before the truth can finally be revealed.
The best Libertus yet..., 02 May 2003
If you have read the previous Libertus books, then you know what to expect: a cracking mystery laced with fascinating details of Roman life, and believable characters. The pace of the series continues to build - Libertus is getting better known after his brushes with Imperial Rome - and this attention brings its own dangers, especially when the Gods are involved! The mystery is solid (Rowe again kept me guessing to the end - and again I had guessed wrong!), and believable. The best Roman series currently around just got better...
Libertus is One of my Favourite Characters, 08 Jan 2007
Rosemary Rowe is a pseudonym of Rosemary Aitken, a highly qualified academic who has written many best selling text books on the English language. Why so many modern day author's need to write books under a pseudonym is probably a closely guarded secret between them and their accountant, or am I being too cynical? No matter Rosemary Rowe aka Rosemary Aitken has a string of books, in fact this is the ninth featuring Libertus, a former slave and now a craftsman pavement maker, or to the uninitiated a maker of tile mosaics. He is also the Roman Britain equivalent of Sherlock Homes and is called upon frequently to solve mysteries for his patron Marcus Septimus.
AD 189, and in the main the lot of a slave in Roman Briton is not a particularly happy one, but fortunately for one young Glevum slave, Junio, his master Libertus, once a slave himself, believes wholeheartedly in rewarding loyalty and service. Junio is to be granted his freedom at an elaborate ceremony at the Basilica Law Court. The moment of his manumission that will make Junio a free man also seems an ideal time to announce the boy's engagement to be married, but will the young couple's future happiness be threatened by a terrible omen? The body of a corpse is found. The body has been hastily concealed in a shallow grave. What is the identity of the body and who is trying to cover up the deed?
Libertus is determined to solve the mystery before the nuptials take place and Junio is only too eager to help his master and avoid the ill luck that may befall him and his future bride.
Just as Good as the Other Libertus Books, 10 Aug 2005
The author's knowledge and feel for Roman Britain is second to none and her storytelling keeps the reader asking for more. This latest book is no different and I enjoyed it immensely. AD 188 and Britain is without a Roman governer. Until a new governor is installed Marcus Septimus is one of the most important men in Roman Britain. He is also the patron of Libertus, one-time slave and mosaic (pavement maker) artist. Marcus has called on Libertus on more than one occasion to help solve crimes among the Romans and Britains. Libertus is asked by Marcus to accompany him from Glevum to Isca on official business and although Libertus is busy with his work, he knows that it would be foolish to refuse. On the way they make a stop at Venta. The place is simmering with unrest towards the Romans, where the Silures are loyal to their former chieftain Caractacus. While there Libertus is shocked to see a man whose funeral he attended not long ago. The man runs away and pursuit of him leads Libertus into danger not only to himself but all the party who are travelling with him . . .
A Good Story, What More Do you Need, 15 Nov 2004
Libertus the Pavement Maker returns in the second of Rosemary Rowe's novels on Roman Britain set in the second century AD.
Libertus is a witness to a stabbing on the streets of Corinium (modern day Cirencester). Luckily for the victim a physician is hand and a tragedy is averted. However Libertus is commanded by his wealthy patron Marcus Septimus to investigate the attack. This is no where near the end of the matter and Libertus soon becomes embroiled in another case of murder and intrigue. These books are well researched and the storytelling is excellent. I commend them to you.
Highly entertaining Romano-British thriller., 24 Sep 2000
Excellent for reading aloud - I read this to my blind sister and we could not put it down. Especailly enjoyed the humour, great puzzle, and evocative details of Romano-British life.Highly recommended.
a fine sequel to the germanicus mosaic., 25 Apr 2000
another mosaic maze! libertus keeps one guessing to the very last page.
Another Excellent Offering in the Libertus Mysteries, 13 Feb 2007
Rosemary Rowe is the pseudonym of Rosemary Aitken, a highly qualified academic, who has written more than half a dozen bestselling textbooks on English Language and communication. She has written fiction for many years under her married name.
The murdered body of a visiting ambassador from Rome brings preparations for the Emperor's birthday to an abrupt halt and yet again Libertus is called in to help in the investigations. The case becomes even more mysterious when the body disappears and then unearthly wails and mysterious bloodstains start to appear from nowhere.
The townspeople, already riddled with their own superstitions are gripped with terror and Libertus finds himself in extreme danger when he becomes the target of an angry mob, accusing him of angering the gods and demanding his death in an attempt to appease them. Nothing is as it appears and Libertus begins to uncover more unsettling events and yet more deaths before the truth can finally be revealed.
The best Libertus yet..., 02 May 2003
If you have read the previous Libertus books, then you know what to expect: a cracking mystery laced with fascinating details of Roman life, and believable characters. The pace of the series continues to build - Libertus is getting better known after his brushes with Imperial Rome - and this attention brings its own dangers, especially when the Gods are involved! The mystery is solid (Rowe again kept me guessing to the end - and again I had guessed wrong!), and believable. The best Roman series currently around just got better...
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