The Legionary from Londinium and other Mini Mysteries
The Legionary from Londinium and other Mini Mysteries

Author: Caroline Lawrence

Publisher: Orion Children's Books

Published: 2010-03-25

Total Pages: 125

ISBN-13: 1444001256

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Mystery and adventure in Ancient Roman times for Flavia Gemina and her friends . . . Sacred chickens, a jellyfish and a Roman mystery set in Britannia - this collection of mini-mysteries is the perfect recipe for a gripping read! Includes an exclusive interview with Caroline Lawrence on the secrets of writing mystery stories!

The Sewer Demon
The Sewer Demon

Author: Caroline Lawrence

Publisher: Orion Children's Books

Published: 2012-02-02

Total Pages: 56

ISBN-13: 1444005073

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At the end of book 17 of the Roman Mysteries, Caroline Lawrence introduced us to Threptus - a young beggar boy who is inspired to learn to read, write and lead an honest life by Lupus's example. Threptus needs to earn money to be schooled and as he seeks employment he meets many fascinating residents of the Port of Ostia ... all of whom have a mystery which needs to be solved. Each of the Threptus books will be a mini mystery.

The Poisoned Honey Cake
The Poisoned Honey Cake

Author: Caroline Lawrence

Publisher: Orion Children's Books

Published: 2012-07-05

Total Pages: 51

ISBN-13: 1444005081

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Floridius, freelance soothsayer, is afraid that he has lost his talent for seeing the future. Threptus wants to find some titbits of information that his mentor can use to convince people he still has the gift, but will a poisoned honey cake lead to disaster along the way? Join Threptus and Floridius on their hilarious and action-packed adventures among Rome's superstitious underclass, and don't miss this ruder, funnier and still historically accurate companion to The Roman Mysteries.

The Two-faced God
The Two-faced God

Author: Caroline Lawrence

Publisher: Orion Children's Books

Published: 2013-07-04

Total Pages: 70

ISBN-13: 1444005103

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Floridius the Soothsayer has been asked to read the omens for a wealthy man whose villa appears to be haunted. The pay is good but it means studying a sheep's liver and poor Floridius faints at the sight of blood! Can Threptus solve the mystery and save his friend from embarrassment? Join Threptus and Floridius on their hilarious and action-packed adventures among Rome's superstitious underclass, and don't miss this ruder, funnier and still historically accurate companion to The Roman Mysteries.

The Thunder Omen
The Thunder Omen

Author: Caroline Lawrence

Publisher: Orion Children's Books

Published: 2013-02-07

Total Pages: 73

ISBN-13: 144400509X

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Threptus the former beggar boy has teamed up with Floridius, a soothsayer and seller of sacred chickens. Together they earn a living helping people solve problems and mysteries. In this third book of the series, it is the time of Saturnalia - when all the rules are turned upside down and chaos ensues. Threptus is enjoying the mayhem but the thunder omens are disturbing. Can Threptus help his friend matchmake and avoid the disaster threatened by the thunder omen?

Death in the Arena
Death in the Arena

Author: Caroline Lawrence

Publisher: Orion Children's Books

Published: 2017-07-13

Total Pages: 209

ISBN-13: 1510100296

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Third in a new historical adventure series from million copy selling Caroline Lawrence, set in Roman Britain during the reign of the evil Emperor Domitian. Eleven-year-old Ursula is happily learning to be a Druid in the woods of Britannia. But then she is asked to go on a quest to find a boy who was abducted as a baby. Will her mystical training equip her for life on the road - with a troupe of Roman pantomime dancers and beast hunters? Her task: to adapt to life in the arena Her quest: to find the boy everyone is seeking Her destiny: to protect children and animals From the bestselling author of THE ROMAN MYSTERIES, perfect for children studying at Key Stage 2.

Escape from Rome
Escape from Rome

Author: Caroline Lawrence

Publisher: Orion Children's Books

Published: 2016-05-05

Total Pages: 200

ISBN-13: 1510100229

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The first in a brand new historical adventure series from million-copy-selling Caroline Lawrence, set in Roman Britain during the reign of the evil Emperor Domitian. The year is AD 94. When the evil Emperor Domitian sends soldiers to seize his family's home in the middle of the night, twelve-year-old Juba must escape with his brother and sisters, and journey to distant Britannia on the edge of the known world. His task: To avoid capture and death. His quest: To find a safe haven in Britain. His destiny: To save the children. Brand new exciting Roman series from the bestselling author of THE ROMAN MYSTERIES, perfect for children studying at Key Stage 2. Historical locations featured in book 1 are Rome, Ostia, Londinium and Fishbourne.

Return to Rome
Return to Rome

Author: Caroline Lawrence

Publisher: Orion Children's Books

Published: 2018-01-11

Total Pages: 188

ISBN-13: 1510100326

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The fourth and final book in the new historical adventure series from million copy selling Caroline Lawrence, set in Roman Britain during the reign of the evil Emperor Domitian. AD 96. Bouda, an orphaned British girl with a troubled past, has been helping Juba and his siblings since they first arrived in Britannia. For almost two years they have been in hiding from the Emperor Domitian's agents. But now information has come to light that could bring down the tyrant. When Juba and his sister decide to return to Rome with the man who has this evidence, Bouda goes with them. But is it ever right to kill a tyrant? From the bestselling author of THE ROMAN MYSTERIES, perfect for children studying at Key Stage 2.

The Archers of Isca
The Archers of Isca

Author: Caroline Lawrence

Publisher: Orion Children's Books

Published: 2016-10-06

Total Pages: 188

ISBN-13: 151010027X

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The second thrilling adventure in a new historical series from million-copy-selling Caroline Lawrence, set in Roman Britain during the reign of the evil Emperor Domitian. Britannia AD 94. On the run from the Emperor Domitian, fifteen-year-old Fronto has joined the Roman army in order to find the security and structure he craves. But when his younger sister Ursula is captured by a terrifying Druid called Snakebeard, he must make an impossible decision. Can he leave the army, when desertion is punishable by death? His desire: To become a good soldier His quest: To rescue his sister His destiny: To find his place in Roman Britain From the bestselling author of THE ROMAN MYSTERIES, perfect for children studying at Key Stage 2. Historical locations featured in this book are a British Iron Age Village, Bath Spa and the fortress at Caerleon.

The Twelve Tasks of Flavia Gemina
The Twelve Tasks of Flavia Gemina

Author: Caroline Lawrence

Publisher: Macmillan

Published: 2004-10

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 9781596430129

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When a Roman widow shows unusual interest in Flavia's father, Flavia decides to discover Cartila's true motives by performing twelve tasks, just like the Greek hero Hercules.