The Triumph of Caesar: A Novel of Ancient Rome Audiobook

" Like most of Steven Saylor's novels, the latest Gordianus the Finder mystery reflects thorough research. If Gordianus' character holds few surprises, his relationships with his family and known Romans (like Cicero) compensate with more depth. "

" well, this one just felt tired. maybe Gordianus needs an afternoon nap - since he is getting old. After all the other books, this one would be the bottom of the Saylors' barrel. It seemed that histoty got in the way of a good story. And that magical realism bit, well, that came out of left field. the last book was a bit mystical, too. the book needed a spark, but the a mystical element didn't really work. Better luck next time, Saylor. "

" A truly excellent book - sad to have finished the series "

" A fascinating mystery and an interesting look into the lives of the ancient Romans. "

" Absolute Favorite Roma Sub Rosa book, and the last one, in no small part because they finally found a good narrator for the audiobook. "

" One of his better ones, if you know the characters. "

" Another thoroughly readable historical detective genre novel from the roma sub roma series. Vivid, intriguing, I particularly like the minor characters which apear like subtle brushstrokes. And with Saylor theres always a few homoerotic touches for the gay reader. "

" Middle of the road read, the 12th in the Gordanius series....I didn't feel a lot of suspense, just felt like the characters were doing the same old thing. I'm eagerly anticipating the Roma Sub Rosa #0, the prequel to it all, out now...or soon, anyway :) "

" Not the strongest in the series, but still an intriguing historical thriller. Every book in the Roma Sub Rosa is filled with intrigue mashed with ancient Roman accurate tidbits. "

" I thought the series lagged in the middle, but Saylor is back in top form for this one. "

" I know I am picky, but seriously, this read like a journalism class project on What Would You Ask Famous Ancients....with such juicy fact, the fiction should have been more fun!!!! I am done with this series. lost its spark a few books ago. "

" An enjoyable read, but I actually liked the earlier books in this series better. "

" Not the best of these Roman mysteries by far, But by Book 12 Gordianus has become an old friend. Saylor zips through Roman history at the time of Caesar's triumphs, imparting some good history, while he chronicles Gordianus's efforts to track down one last murderer. "

" Nice to read after Rome, as both of these take place around the time of Season 1. Fun, not super-serious, though I imagine he's got all the details right. (Nominally murder mysteries.) "

" I highly recommend this to anyone who loves historical fiction "

" My rating for this book dropped a bit because I had some difficulty with Bethesda's experiences in the Nile river. Wasn't quite sure what the author was trying to convey to readers. But the series has been very entertaining and enjoyable IMHO. "

" This is a "formula" book - Gordianus the "Finder" is the detective trusted by the Roman upper crust and is the fifth one I've read. The three stars are merited by the research done to take the reader back in history and paint an informative picture of life around the Mediterranean. "

" Really lost steam about halfway through. This was a Dan Savage recommendation. I'll be a little more careful about following his suggestions. "

" I love Steven Saylor and this is his new "Gordianus the Finder" story so I am looking forward to this one in the new future. What a fun way to feel like you are actually walking through the streets of ancient Rome. These books are a time machine to another time. "

" Not as good as the earlier books in the series, but still pretty good. Lots of interesting information about Rome when Caesar was dictator wound around an interesting mystery. "

" Really lost steam about halfway through. This was a Dan Savage recommendation. I'll be a little more careful about following his suggestions. "

" Lots of fun and I enjoyed the bit of history. I look forward to reading more Gordianus mysteries! "

" One of his better ones, if you know the characters. "

" Another thoroughly readable historical detective genre novel from the roma sub roma series. Vivid, intriguing, I particularly like the minor characters which apear like subtle brushstrokes. And with Saylor theres always a few homoerotic touches for the gay reader. "

" Nice to read after Rome, as both of these take place around the time of Season 1. Fun, not super-serious, though I imagine he's got all the details right. (Nominally murder mysteries.) "

" I am not sure what I expected from this book, but a history lesson wasn't it. It was well written and seemed to flow well but somehow just didn't entice me to go find another book in the series. "

" What a wonderful way to experience ancient Rome! Characters are well-drawn, fiction and fact are woven adroitly. Perfect summer read. "

" Saylor takes you through the familiar tale of Julius Caesar's triumph and a purported assassination attempt. Hope he continues this series; I never tire of ancient Rome. "

" An enjoyable read, but I actually liked the earlier books in this series better. "

" I love books set in Rome, the Romans were such an interesting people. This book was a really good one. It was a mystery not just a novel, so the end wrapped things up a little to nicely. good book all the same. "

" I love Steven Saylor and this is his new "Gordianus the Finder" story so I am looking forward to this one in the new future. What a fun way to feel like you are actually walking through the streets of ancient Rome. These books are a time machine to another time. "