First in the Claudia Seferius mystery series, set in 13 B. C. and available for the first time in ebook format!
Claudia Seferius has successfully flattered her way into marriage with a wealthy Roman wine merchant. But when her secret gambling debts spiral, she hits on another resourceful way to make money - offering her "personal services" to high-ranking Roman Citizens.
Unfortunately her clients are now turning up dead - the victims of a sadistic serial killer.
When Marcus Cornelius Orbilio, the handsome investigating officer, starts digging deep for clues, Claudia realizes she must track down the murderer herself - before her husband discovers what she's been up to.
CRITICAL ACCLAIM FOR I, CLAUDIA:
'A timeless heroine for today--you'll be hooked.' Company
'The Roman detail is deft, the pace as fast as a champion gladiator, and the heroine, Claudia, an arrogant superbitch who keeps us all on the edge where she loves to live.' Sunday Express
'A wonderful fictional creation--a bawdy superbitch with a talent for sleuthing...an enormous triumph.' Ms London
'An endearing adventuress who regards mortal danger as just another bawdy challenge.' She
'If you're looking for a romp through the streets of Rome in 13 BC then this is the book to buy!' Books Magazine
'Terrific read...It is written in a contemporary, fast style, and is a thoroughly entertaining mystery romp.' The Bookseller
