Books by Lindsey Davis
“This is a really fun and lively historical mystery novel. The detective character is similar in some ways to a 20th century wise-cracking, streetwise noir-style private eye, but the setting is 1st century Rome… The historical detail is very well researched and the author has not fallen into the trap of trying to give characters contemporary sensibilities.” Read more...
Tuva Kahrs, Five Books Editor
Interviews where books by Lindsey Davis were recommended
Historical Mystery Novels, recommended by Tuva Kahrs
Do you enjoy being immersed in the detail of a well-observed historical novel, or gripped by the mystery of a detective story? Historical mysteries combine the best of both. From 1st century Rome to Victorian London, from Tang dynasty China to 20th century Bombay, our contributing editor Tuva Kahrs brings you a crop of well-researched mysteries that will transport you to different times and places.
