Rome Fiction

Some memories are never forgotten. As Tamara discovers the charms of Rome in the arms of her first love, the sights, food, and wine sweep her away. Giorgio changes how she thinks about living. Decades can pass - marriages, death, and family can intervene - but those moments linger in the hidden layers of her consciousness. And just when Tamara thinks she has forgotten Giorgio, they find each other again...and their lives are changed forever.

Es geht zurück an die Imperial Academy! Zwei verfeindete Familien. Ein Geheimnis. Eine verbotene Liebe. Rome und Caius müssen der Tatsache ins Auge sehen, dass es jemand auf ihre Familien abgesehen hat. Es scheint, dass sie den Geheimnissen ihrer Familien nicht näher kommen, dafür aber sich selbst. Können sie der Anziehung widerstehen? Rome Santucci und Caius Villani – wenn aus Hass Liebe wird und aus Liebe Hass.

Ancient Rome has been in a state of turmoil as the rival gangs of Publius Clodius, a high-born, populist politician, and his arch-enemy, Titus Milo, have fought to control the consular elections. When Clodius is murdered on the famed Appian Way and Milo is accused of the crime, the city explodes with riots and arson, and even the near sacrosanct Senate House is burned to the ground.

Anna Padula embarks on her third trip to Europe along with her brother Rocco. They have longed to revisit their father's home country of Italy to fully explore its rich heritage and hopefully feel his spirit. While visiting the Roman ruins, Anna begins to feel strange sensations whenever she is near any of the ancient structures, especially the Pantheon and the temples on Palatine Hill.

This translation with its admirable projection of the various moods throughout the poem can be recommended to both classicist and non-classicist. -( The Classical World)

When 30-year-old Kate’s childhood sweetheart dumps her without a goodbye, she almost hits rock bottom. But she’s determined to have a fresh start and goes to Italy’s stunning capital city in search of healing. Hot sun, fresh coffee and white marble piazzas; here, Kate might be able to put herself back together. But when a glass (or three) more wine than is strictly necessary leads to questioning by a concerned policeman – a tall, Italian policeman, with wavy, black hair and cheekbones to die for – she knows she’s in trouble.

Philosopher Sigmund has found rare company as court writer and close friend to Caesar Julian. He is party to the intrigues of the imperial court, but he finds himself increasingly torn between his loyalty to Julian and the demands of his gentle conscience. Meanwhile, tensions are on the rise between Julian and his estranged cousin Emperor Constantius II. Sigmund is the fourth novel in the Barbarians series of Ancient Rome. It has been two years since the Battle of Argentoratum, but threats to the Empire are only escalating.

Nine months ago, undercover detective Ispettore Evalina Gallo protected her heart the only way she knew how, never expecting to see her savior-turned-one-night-stand again. When he returns to Italia - now a person of interest in an investigation of a local organized crime family - her personal connection to the rugged American gets her assigned to the case.

Die ambitionierte Journalistin Ivory reist nach Cornwall, um ihr Idol, die weltberühmte Schriftstellerin Lydia Sharp, aufzuspüren, deren Identität ein Rätsel ist. Doch schon bald bringt eine Panne ihre Pläne durcheinander. Statt Exklusivinterview erwarten sie das malerische Fischerdorf Portloe, der charmante Cafébetreiber Preston und eine alte Dame, die ihr Herz für sie öffnet.

The ancient story and legend of the fall of Troy.

A case of missing noble women and a determined young warrior who sets out to bring them home in this new and exciting ancient historical set just before the founding of Rome, for fans of The Song of Achilles, Circe, and A Thousand Ships. Safinia is fine to focus on her training as a warrior...

Many stories have stood the test of time, but this selection have entranced audiences for thousands of years and remain as fresh today as they were when first told. A fascinating collection which gives vivid insights into lives in ancient times and the issues that occupied the people of the day.

Rome und Caius lieben sich und haben sich bewusst gegen ihre Familien gestellt, doch Caius lässt sich blenden, misstraut Rome und beide gehen getrennte Wege. Trotzdem lauert der Feind immer noch vor den Toren der Imperial Academy und ein Verräter wird enttarnt. Können Rome und Caius ihre Liebe retten? Kann Rome Caius verzeihen? Kann Caius verzeihen?

101 A.D. Emperor Trajan, the heralded new Caesar of the Roman Empire, seeks to reverse 15 years of humiliating losses for Rome in wars against Dacia and its brilliant military leader King Decebal. To punish Dacia and Decebal, Trajan launches an invasion of Dacia with the largest army ever assembled in the history of Rome.

85 A.D. The Roman Empire expanded its conquered territories north to the Danube River. One kingdom is still a serious threat – the third most powerful military power in Europe and the richest nation in the region. That nation is Dacia, led by its young and brilliant military leader King Decebal.

The year AD 105. King Decebal of Dacia stubbornly defends the freedom of his people and continues to defy the rule of the Roman Empire. Emperor Trajan marches north again to invade Dacia with the largest army in the history of Rome. Their legendary personal and military conflicts reach a dramatic climax beneath the walls of Sarmizegetusa, the holy city of Dacia and the most formidable mountain fortress of the ancient world.

Hannibal Barca moved through the countryside burning, looting, and attracting recruits and supplies from disgruntled city residents and tribesmen. Cornelius Scipio remained with the forward Legions, taking any position available. It spoke well of his loyalty, but his actions hid a deeper secret. Cornelius feared the Scipio men would be accused of being cowards. Jace Kasia had no family but had a goal to be recognized as a Cretan archer. On the banks of Lake Trasimene, he earned the position of File Leader.

'A spellbinding read' LOUISE CANDLISH 'A stylish and page-turning mystery' RACHEL HORE A gripping drama of past secrets revealed, of manipulation and revenge for fans of Daphne du Maurier and noir movies like All About Eve and A Star is Born Delia Maxwell is an international singing sensation...

London, 1877: Nachdem Maryanne Landerton gezwungen ist, ihre Stelle als Gouvernante bei der Familie Grey aufzugeben, übernimmt sie die Leitung der Teestube ihres verstorbenen Vaters. Jedoch läuft das Geschäft schlecht und der einstige Treffpunkt des Londoner Tons steht kurz vor dem Aus. Um die Familie vor dem Ruin zu retten, muss Maryanne nicht nur einflussreiche Gäste, sondern auch als eigenständige Frau Anerkennung gewinnen. Als plötzlich Edward Grey, der Neffe und Erbe ihrer früheren Arbeitgeberin, auftaucht, erkennt sie eine einmalige Chance dem Teehaus zu helfen.

An asylum is a prison, a state of isolation of the mind and the body. It is where one goes to think; to be incarcerated. An asylum is a place to forget and to be forgotten. It is a haven as well as a nightmare, both physical and mental. James Callaway found himself in just this kind of place. He has no idea who put him here, or why. All he knows for certain is that he needs to escape if he wants to see his family again.