About the book
In 1989, Lindsey Davis introduced readers to Marcus Didius Falco, the Roman informer, in her first novel in the popular Falco series: The Silver Pigs. Twenty books later, Davies created a Falco companion for her loyal fans.
Only here will you learn about the author’s private background, including her descent from a failed assassin and how atheism improved her knitting. Here, too, are the real glories and heartache involved in the research and creation of her books.
This companion covers perennial issues and comes complete with a hundred illustrations and enlightening quotations from the Falco books and eminent sources: Juvenal, through Chandler, to 1066 and All That.
It's time to spill beans on the travertine. . .
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'Her research has been assiduous and detailed, her commitment to the subject is impressive, and the background detail is often eye-opening' Hilary Mantel, Observer
'One of the best writers in this field!' Donna Leon, The Times
' The best historical detective in the business' Daily Telegraph
'Every book in this series is a delight. . . highly recommend!!' Library Journal
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Why Readers Love Lindsey Davis:
'Be careful, if you get the taste for this you'll end up reading them all... I can think of worse ways to pass the time' -- ***** Reader review
'This series is just so addictive!' -- ***** Reader review
'I just could not put it down' -- ***** Reader review
'Engrossing' -- ***** Reader review
Fans of S. J. Parris, Donna Leon, Steven Saylor and C. J. Sansom will absolutely love this gripping page-turner of a historical mystery from multi-million copy bestselling author Lindsey Davis. Full of twists, turns and tension - you will be hooked from page one.
Editions of Falco: The Official Companion
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781846056734
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781787469785
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780099542537
- EBook
- ISBN 9781446455234
Read an Excerpt
In 1989, Lindsey Davis introduced readers to Marcus Didius Falco, the Roman informer, in her first novel in the popular Falco series: The Silver Pigs. Twenty books later, Davies created a Falco companion for her loyal fans.
Only here will you learn about the author’s private background, including her descent from a failed assassin and how atheism improved her knitting. Here, too, are the real glories and heartache involved in the research and creation of her books.
This companion covers perennial issues and comes complete with a hundred illustrations and enlightening quotations from the Falco books and eminent sources: Juvenal, through Chandler, to 1066 and All That.
It's time to spill beans on the travertine. . .
********************************************************************************
'Her research has been assiduous and detailed, her commitment to the subject is impressive, and the background detail is often eye-opening' Hilary Mantel, Observer
'One of the best writers in this field!' Donna Leon, The Times
' The best historical detective in the business' Daily Telegraph
'Every book in this series is a delight. . . highly recommend!!' Library Journal
********************************************************************************
Why Readers Love Lindsey Davis:
'Be careful, if you get the taste for this you'll end up reading them all... I can think of worse ways to pass the time' -- ***** Reader review
'This series is just so addictive!' -- ***** Reader review
'I just could not put it down' -- ***** Reader review
'Engrossing' -- ***** Reader review
Fans of S. J. Parris, Donna Leon, Steven Saylor and C. J. Sansom will absolutely love this gripping page-turner of a historical mystery from multi-million copy bestselling author Lindsey Davis. Full of twists, turns and tension - you will be hooked from page one.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Falco: The Official Companion about?
In 1989, Lindsey Davis introduced readers to Marcus Didius Falco, the Roman informer, in her first novel in the popular Falco series: The Silver Pigs. Twenty books later, Davies created a Falco companion for her loyal fans.
Only here will you learn about the author’s private background, including her descent from a failed assassin and how atheism improved her knitting. Here, too, are the real glories and heartache involved in the research and creation of her books.
This companion covers perennial issues and comes complete with a hundred illustrations and enlightening quotations from the Falco books and eminent sources: Juvenal, through Chandler, to 1066 and All That.
It's time to spill beans on the travertine. . .
********************************************************************************
'Her research has been assiduous and detailed, her commitment to the subject is impressive, and the background detail is often eye-opening' Hilary Mantel, Observer
'One of the best writers in this field!' Donna Leon, The Times
' The best historical detective in the business' Daily Telegraph
'Every book in this series is a delight. . . highly recommend!!' Library Journal
********************************************************************************
Why Readers Love Lindsey Davis:
'Be careful, if you get the taste for this you'll end up reading them all... I can think of worse ways to pass the time' -- ***** Reader review
'This series is just so addictive!' -- ***** Reader review
'I just could not put it down' -- ***** Reader review
'Engrossing' -- ***** Reader review
Fans of S. J. Parris, Donna Leon, Steven Saylor and C. J. Sansom will absolutely love this gripping page-turner of a historical mystery from multi-million copy bestselling author Lindsey Davis. Full of twists, turns and tension - you will be hooked from page one.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Falco: The Official Companion?
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Where can I read a sample of Falco: The Official Companion?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781846056734
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Falco: The Official Companion?
Lindsey Davis
Who is the Publisher of the book Falco: The Official Companion?
Random House
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Falco: The Official Companion is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781846056734) and paperback(ISBN 9781787469785) and paperback(ISBN 9780099542537) and ebook(ISBN 9781446455234)
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