The ninth in Caroline Lawrence's internationally bestselling Roman Mysteries series, re-issued with a fantastic new cover look. Spring AD 80. The sailing season has begun. Lupus decides to see if his mother is still alive and to follow his uncle's dying wish. The friends sail to the island of Rhodes, site of one of the seven wonders of the ancient world . . . and base of a criminal mastermind! A talented storyteller, Caroline Lawrence has created a delightfully readable and accessible series that children will want to read time and time again.