Elyse DeBarre

The Tower of Malatha: A Novel of Ancient Rome (King of the Jews, #1) (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

✨ Special Holiday Edition! ✨

Ideal Reading for the Season: Immerse yourself in the ancient world of Rome, and enjoy the subtle historical connections to both the Magi and Hanukkah found in this captivating tale.

Intrigue in Ancient Rome: In the heart of ancient Rome, where marble statues guard their secrets and the Senate chambers echo with whispered plots, intrigue weaves through every corner. Kyra, a young medica trained at the prestigious University of Alexandria, arrives in Rome for an arranged marriage to a man aligned with her father's enemy. Her journey leads her to the heart of a web of mystery and espionage, where shadows cling to every cobblestone, casting a Gothic pall over her steps. Amidst this maze of secrets, forbidden attractions, and dangerous ambitions, the Tower of Malatha beckonsa refuge or a trap.

The Tower of Malatha: As the sun sets over the Eternal City, the Tower of Malatha stands sentinel. Its stones harbour more than mere echoes; they cradle the fate of souls entwined by ambition, love, and treachery. Will they ascend to greatness or plunge into the abyss?

Well-Developed Characters: With richly detailed and well-developed characters, the story explores their intricate relationships and personal growth against the backdrop of a vividly depicted Roman world.

Authentic Medical Practices: The author, a medical student with two previous related degrees and a classical archaeologist, brings an authentic perspective to the medical practices of the time. Kyra's expertise as a doctor provides fascinating insights into Roman medicine, including poison symptoms, ancient surgical techniques, and theories of disease contagion. These elements are woven naturally into the narrative, adding depth and realism to the murder mysteries and character interactions.

A Tale of Historical Depth: This is Book 1 of a documentary historical quadrilogy with mystery, espionage, romance, and Gothic elements, based on the author's extensive research, travel to ancient sites, and consultation of over two hundred ancient and contemporary scholarly sources.

Prepare to be transported to a time where love, betrayal, and the quest for knowledge intertwine in an epic tale of historical significance and personal discovery.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Elizabeth Legge
• Erscheinungstermin: 7. November 2024
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9798227743176
• Artikelnr.: 72306187

Autorenporträt

Elyse DeBarre is a classical archaeologist and MD candidate who has travelled extensively to many countries on all continents, and lived in and travelled to most of the countries and regions in which this series takes place.