David Wishart writes historical mysteries set in ancient Rome, best known for the Marcus Corvinus series. Corvinus is an aristocratic Roman with a taste for wine and irreverent commentary who becomes involved in murders, political conspiracies and suspicious deaths during the early imperial period. Ovid begins the series with a case connected to the exiled poet, and later books bring in imperial politics, provincial travel and recurring family relationships. Wishart's tone is lighter and more conversational than many Roman historical novels, using modern-feeling wit without abandoning the setting. His books sit naturally among Roman crime, historical mystery and series by Lindsey Davis or Steven Saylor. Read more Less
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