Search the Seven Hills by Barbara Hambly is a historical mystery novel set in ancient Rome, revolving around a young philosopher's search for his kidnapped lover, who is the daughter of a Roman official. The plot delves into the treacherous world of imperial Rome, where the prime suspects are the notorious religious group known as Christians. The story unfolds with intricate pacing, unveiling a city's underbelly while showcasing well-developed characters and a vivid portrayal of the Eternal City.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
Medium content warnings could include themes of violence related to kidnapping, societal prejudice against Christians, and possible depictions of historical oppression.
Has Romance?
There is a medium level of romance present, primarily revolving around the main character's affection for the kidnapped senator's daughter.
From The Publisher:
In ancient Rome, a poor philosopher races to rescue his kidnapped lover before she is abused by the sinister Christian cult The son of a wealthy Roman family, Marcus gave up the prestige and riches that were his birthright to devote himself to philosophy.
His noble mind attracted Tullia, a Senator’s daughter whose father wanted her to have nothing to do with the penniless intellectual. The news that she is to marry a prosperous merchant shatters Marcus, who goes to her house, hoping to plead his case, only to see her attacked and abducted by disguised ruffians.
That she was kidnapped is tragedy enough, and it gets worse when he learns who took her: the sinister Christian cult. He knows not what vile rituals they will expose her to, and he does not want to find out. His lover in danger, the philosopher must turn warrior before it is too late.
This ebook features an illustrated biography of Barbara Hambly, including rare photos and never-before-seen documents from the author’s personal collection.
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