SPQR X: A Point of Law

In this gripping tale, Decius Caecilius Metellus, a rising politician recently celebrated for his victories against pirates, faces an unexpected twist when a stranger publicly accuses him of corruption. As he and his influential family scramble to mount a defense, the situation escalates dramatically with the mysterious death of his accuser right outside the courthouse. Now charged with murder, Decius must navigate the treacherous waters of Roman politics to salvage his ambitions and secure his future. John Maddox Roberts weaves historical authenticity with intrigue in this captivating story set against the backdrop of a fading Republic.