First in the Claudia Seferius mystery series, set in 13 B. C.

!Claudia Seferius has successfully flattered her way into marriage with a wealthy Roman wine merchant. But when her secret gambling debts spiral, she hits on another resourceful way to make money - offering her “personal services” to high-ranking Roman Citizens.

Unfortunately her clients are now turning up dead - the victims of a sadisitc serial killer. When Marcus Cornelius Orbilio, the handsome investigating officer, starts digging deep for clues, Claudia realizes she must track down the murderer herself - before her husband discovers what she's been up to.

CRITICAL ACCLAIM FOR I, CLAUDIA:‘A timeless heroine for today—you’ll be hooked. ’ Company‘The Roman detail is deft, the pace as fast as a champion gladiator, and the heroine, Claudia, an arrogant superbitch who keeps us all on the edge where she loves to live.

’ Sunday Express‘A wonderful fictional creation—a bawdy superbitch with a talent for sleuthing…an enormous triumph. ’ Ms London‘An endearing adventuress who regards mortal danger as just another bawdy challenge.

’ She‘If you’re looking for a romp through the streets of Rome in 13 BC then this is the book to buy!’ Books Magazine‘Terrific read…It is written in a contemporary, fast style, and is a thoroughly entertaining mystery romp. ’ The Bookseller.