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When a ragged stranger arrives and the possibility of losing her family's fortune looms, Flavia Gemina and her companions—Jonathan, Lupus, and Nubia—make their way to a mysterious seaside villa. There, danger and the promise of buried treasure mingle, promising suspense, mystery, and discovery. Their journey unfolds in a setting that blends ancient Rome history with youthful curiosity, as clues to hidden wealth emerge amid looming peril.
Readers will follow the quartet’s attempts to protect their inheritance while uncovering clues that lead to a buried treasure trove. The novel blends detective and mystery elements with a young‑adult perspective, painting a vivid picture of seafront intrigue and the shadows that threaten the family’s legacy.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Historical Mystery
Authors: Caroline Lawrence
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