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Lustrum

By: Robert Harris
Narrated by: Bill Wallis
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Rome, 63 BC. In a city on the brink of acquiring a vast empire, seven men are struggling for power. Cicero is consul, Caesar his ruthless young rival, Pompey the republic's greatest general, Crassus its richest man, Cato a political fanatic, Catilina a psychopath, Clodius an ambitious playboy.

The stories of these real historical figures - their alliances and betrayals, their cruelties and seductions, their brilliance and their crimes - are all interleaved to form this epic novel. Its narrator is Tiro, a slave who serves as confidential secretary to the wily, humane, complex Cicero. He knows all his master's secrets - a dangerous position to be in.

From the discovery of a child's mutilated body, through judicial execution and a scandalous trial, to the brutal unleashing of the Roman mob, Lustrum is a study in the timeless enticements and horrors of power.

©2009 Robert Harris (P)2014 AudioGo Ltd. Published by Random House Audiobooks Biographical Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Political Thriller & Suspense Fiction Biography Suspense Rome
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excellent book set during such a turbulent time, rich background and well known characters. very enjoyable.

great book

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If you have any interest in the classical period of history I highly recommend this book

Outstanding book an outstanding Reader

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The story of Rome’s slide from a republic to dictatorship, through the distraction of a Senate concerned with procedural correctness becoming unaware of the rise of populist sentiment- mirrors the world of 2018. Political correctness and identity politics means nothing to a populace who can’t pay their bills and feel safe in their homes, and they’ll vote for those who will listen, not preach, to them.

And the present mirrors the past!

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An emotionally engaging panoply of characters and interactions, decency, depravity, causes and effects. I see modern politics in a new light. Respect and gratitude to the brilliance of the author, the narrator and excellent production of the audiobook.

Politics explained

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