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In "A Gladiator Dies Only Once", Steven Saylor weaves several compact mystery tales set against the backdrop of the later Roman Republic. Each story follows Gordianus the Finder, a young private investigator, as he navigates the intrigues, secrets, and legal complexities of ancient Rome. The collection captures the atmosphere of Roman city life, while showcasing Gordianus’s emerging skills in observation, deduction, and navigation of the Republic’s social and political spheres.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Historical Mystery
Authors: Steven Saylor
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