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Desperate Undertaking

by Lindsey Davis

Book 10 in the Flavia Albia series.

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At the end of December, a series of murders around the Field of Mars imitates violent scenes from popular drama. The killings occur near Domitian's new Odeon and Stadium and appear intended to punish people connected with the theatrical profession.

With Falco away, Albia accepts a commission originally intended for her father. She traces relationships among actors, undertakers and officials while authorities press for concealment, and the staged deaths move closer to members of her own family.

Historical periods

Ancient Rome Imperial Rome Flavian Dynasty Reign of Domitian Roman Festivals and Public Entertainment Roman Urban Crime and the Vigiles

Genres

Crime & Mystery

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