I'm not a big fan of Robert Harris or political novels in general, but I really enjoyed this. Narrated by Tiro, Cicero's secretary, the huge amount of research and wealth of detail bring the characters and the Republic to life. I found the political intrigues thrilling and can now understand why Cicero is known as one of the greatest orators of all time. It ends just as Cicero becomes Consul, so I've started the second in the trilogy which I'm enjoying just as much. (Denise)
Ed Note: the second is Lustrum and the third Dictator
(Denise Lewis - bwl 83 Winter 2016 ) |
