Steven W Saylor
Steven Saylor has had a lifelong fascination with ancient Rome, from the drive-in movies of his boyhood ("Cleopatra, Spartacus, Ben Hur"), to his degree in history from the University of Texas, and through his appearances on the History Channel as an expert on Roman politics and life. He is the author of the Roma Sub Rosa series as well as "A Twist at the End," a historical novel set in 19th century Texas. He divides his time between Berkeley, California and Austin, Texas.
Steven Saylor has had a lifelong fascination with ancient Rome, from the drive-in movies of his boyhood ("Cleopatra, Spartacus, Ben Hur"), to his degree in history from the University of Texas, and through his appearances on the History Channel as an expert on Roman politics and life. He is the author of the Roma Sub Rosa series as well as "A Twist at the End," a historical novel set in 19th century Texas. He divides his time between Berkeley, California and Austin, Texas. See less
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Steven W Saylor book reviews
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Last Seen in Massilia: A Novel of Ancient Rome
roman whodunnit
Excellent both as a history book and a mystery detective book. Read More
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A Murder on the Appian Way: A Novel of Ancient Rome
Roman history mystery
I enjoy all of Steven Saylor's books. He is first an historian and second, a novelist. His books are not only good mysteries, but good history lessons if you are interested in ancient Rome. Read More
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Last Seen in Massilia: A Novel of Ancient Rome
From The Romas Sub Rosa Series
Saylor knows Roman history quite well and certainly knows how to blend it with fictional characters of the era with this thriller that started with the book titled Roman Blood. This is one of the ... Read More