Last Seen in Massilia: A Novel of Ancient Rome by Steven Saylor

Last Seen in Massilia: A Novel of Ancient Rome

Roma Sub Rosa #8

Steven Saylor

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In 49 BC, in the city of Massilia (modern-day Marseille), on the coast of southern Gaul, Gordianus the Finder's beloved son Meto has disappeared--branded as a traitor to Caesar and apparently dead. Consumed with grief, Gordianus arrives in the cit...

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Community Reviews Summary of 130 reviews

Moods

adventurous 66%
mysterious 66%
tense 66%
sad 50%
emotional 33%
informative 33%
reflective 33%
dark 16%

Pace

medium 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 40% | Character: 40% | Plot: 20%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 40% | Yes: 40% | It's complicated: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 25%

Average rating

3.91

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