Ode to a Banker by Lindsey Davis

384 pages first pub 2000 (editions)

fiction crime historical mystery lighthearted medium-paced
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Ode to a Banker by Lindsey Davis is a delightful read for anyone who enjoys witty, lighthearted mysteries set in ancient Rome, with a dash of literary intrigue and a clever, charismatic detective at its core.

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Lindsey Davis is the internationally bestselling author who makes Rome live (Washington Post Book World). Funny, astute, and hard-boiled, her series detective, Marcus Didius Falco, now ventures into a new arena, the publishing world of AD 74, to p...

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Community Reviews Summary of 170 reviews

Moods

funny 100%
mysterious 100%
adventurous 83%
lighthearted 66%
informative 16%

Pace

medium 83%
slow 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Plot: 33%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 16%

Average rating

3.81

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