No comparable series exists and we have a total of 16 titles contracted. Romans are a hot favourite with children. The Roman are National Curriculum Key Stages 1 and 2. Terrific storytelling cominbed with authentic historical detail. The series has now been sold in 17 territories. Over 900,000 copies of the 'Roman Mysteries' sold in the UK. Inspiration for the prime time BBC TV series.

'a thrilling murder mystery with a sense of adventure from start to finish. It really makes the haries ont he back of your neck stand up.' -- Emma, age 8 GET THE BUZZ (World Book Day mag) 'Rich in historical detail, with maps and a glossary, this exciting adventure story really brings to life the sights and sounds of Ancient Greece.' -- Becca Pennicott FAVERSHAM NEWS 'in this tour de force, the tenth in the ebuillient Roman Mysteries series, Lawrence combines racy storytelling with authentic (but never unduly didactic) detail, occasional deliberate anachronisms, good jokes and bons mots.' -- Kevin Crossley-Holland JUNIOR EDUCATION

Caroline Lawrence is American. She won a scholarship to Cambridge to read Classical Archaeology, then did a degree in Hebrew and Jewish Studies at University College, London. She lives with her husband, a graphic designer, by the river in London and is active as a speaker in schools and at book festivals.