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Death in the Ashes: A Fourth Case from the Notebooks of Pliny the Younger,New
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A few years after the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius, where he lost his adoptive father and mentor, Pliny the Younger is asked by his friend Aurelia to help her husband Calpurnius, who has been accused of murder in Naples. He has solved previous crimes, but never before has so much time and distance elapsed before his arrival on the murder scene...nor has he carried so much emotional baggage. With the help of his wisecracking sidekick Tacitus, he now must investigate cunning plots by some descendants of Augustus, which include murders and babies switched at birth. One fortunate circumstance in Pliny's detective activities is that the hardened ash crust makes good impressions of hand and footprints. But now, for the first time, Pliny must swallow his phobias and ghastly memories and face a deadly challenge in the ruins of a buried villa.
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- Q: What is the main plot of 'Death in the Ashes'? A: 'Death in the Ashes' follows Pliny the Younger as he investigates a murder case in Naples, shortly after the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. Pliny faces emotional challenges while navigating cunning plots and uncovering truths about switched identities.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Albert A. Bell Jr.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'Death in the Ashes' is categorized as a used book in good condition.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'Death in the Ashes' have? A: 'Death in the Ashes' contains a total of 272 pages.
- Q: When was 'Death in the Ashes' published? A: The book was published on September 9, 2013.
- Q: Is this book a standalone story or part of a series? A: 'Death in the Ashes' is part of a series that features Pliny the Younger as a recurring character solving different cases.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Death in the Ashes'? A: The book explores themes of grief, investigation, and the moral complexities surrounding crime and justice.
- Q: Is there a specific audience for this book? A: 'Death in the Ashes' is suitable for readers interested in historical mysteries, particularly those set in ancient Rome.
- Q: Can I read 'Death in the Ashes' without having read previous books in the series? A: Yes, while previous books provide context, 'Death in the Ashes' can be enjoyed as a standalone story.