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The Time Travel Diaries
From the million-copy-selling author of The Roman Mysteries comes a nail-biting time-travel adventure in Roman London - where past meets present.
Billionaire Solomon Daisy is obsessed with the skeleton of a blue-eyed girl from Roman London. He has managed to invent a Time Machine so that he can go and find her, but it's estimated that for each hour spent in the past, the time traveller's life will be shortened so Solomon recruits a potential child time Alex Papas, a twelve-year-old boy who knows a smattering of Greek and Latin.
Alex's mission is to go back to Londinium through a portal in London's Mithraeum and find out all he can about the blue-eyed girl.
There are just three
1. Naked you go and naked you must return.
2. Drink, don't eat.
3. As little interaction as possible.
But Time Travel is no picnic - and Roman London is far more dangerous than anyone could have known.
Billionaire Solomon Daisy is obsessed with the skeleton of a blue-eyed girl from Roman London. He has managed to invent a Time Machine so that he can go and find her, but it's estimated that for each hour spent in the past, the time traveller's life will be shortened so Solomon recruits a potential child time Alex Papas, a twelve-year-old boy who knows a smattering of Greek and Latin.
Alex's mission is to go back to Londinium through a portal in London's Mithraeum and find out all he can about the blue-eyed girl.
There are just three
1. Naked you go and naked you must return.
2. Drink, don't eat.
3. As little interaction as possible.
But Time Travel is no picnic - and Roman London is far more dangerous than anyone could have known.
272 pages, Paperback
First published April 4, 2019
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About the author
Caroline Lawrence
64 books320 followersCaroline Lawrence won a scholarship to Cambridge to read Classical Archaeology, then did a degree in Hebrew and Jewish studies at University College London. She now lives in London with her English husband and teaches Latin, Greek, Hebrew, Art and French to children.
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* Roman Mysteries
Western Mysteries
Series:
* Roman Mysteries
Western Mysteries
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August 25, 2021
Am mai întâlnit premisa asta a întoarcerii în timp în ultimii ani la cărțile pentru copii și adolescenți, e o sursă inepuizabilă și rămâne una inspirată dacă întreg conținutul cărții este bine construit și realizat.
Este cazul și acestui roman scris de Caroline Lawrence, în care unui băiat de 12 ani din Anglia, cu origini grecești, i se propune să se întoarcă în timp, pe vremea Londrei romane, a Londiniumului, pentru a găsi o fată de vârsta lui, cu ochi albaștri, al cărei mormânt, descoperit după 2000 de ani, a trezit mirarea arheologilor și al oamenilor bogați. Așa că acesta, însoțit fără voie de un coleg de origine română (Dinu Bălan, care mănâncă în fiecare seară mămăligă!), pleacă într-o aventură palpitantă într-un trecut în care se vorbește latină și greacă, care nu dezamăgește nici copiii, nici adolescenții. Ba nici adulții, adică pe mine ;)
Este cazul și acestui roman scris de Caroline Lawrence, în care unui băiat de 12 ani din Anglia, cu origini grecești, i se propune să se întoarcă în timp, pe vremea Londrei romane, a Londiniumului, pentru a găsi o fată de vârsta lui, cu ochi albaștri, al cărei mormânt, descoperit după 2000 de ani, a trezit mirarea arheologilor și al oamenilor bogați. Așa că acesta, însoțit fără voie de un coleg de origine română (Dinu Bălan, care mănâncă în fiecare seară mămăligă!), pleacă într-o aventură palpitantă într-un trecut în care se vorbește latină și greacă, care nu dezamăgește nici copiii, nici adolescenții. Ba nici adulții, adică pe mine ;)
September 2, 2025
My daughter, 11-yo, loved it and said that I simply must read it too. The start, sending 12-yo kids to potentially deadly journey to the past and forbiding them to consult their family, when promising them big money for it seemed very inappropriate and I wanted to stop reading it. I felt it sends a message that money can justify anything.
However, I continued because my daughter insisted I give it a go.
When the kids are actually in the past (1800 years ago), it all seems very well thought through and alive and real. The old world is not romantisized, but rather shown how it really could have looked like. The languages that are spoken, poor and tich people, slaves, level of greenery and light in the streets... it's all there together with an adventure of 4 (almost) teenage kids. It is an immersive experience that could spark interest in archeology and history in children.
And my concern about the book giving the message that money can buy anything was also dismissed at the end of the book.
The plus for me is that I read it in Dutch, which is my 3rd language. Also this book pushed me a bit further to mastery of this language. So... it's also a good practise for adults trying to better their language skills.
However, I continued because my daughter insisted I give it a go.
When the kids are actually in the past (1800 years ago), it all seems very well thought through and alive and real. The old world is not romantisized, but rather shown how it really could have looked like. The languages that are spoken, poor and tich people, slaves, level of greenery and light in the streets... it's all there together with an adventure of 4 (almost) teenage kids. It is an immersive experience that could spark interest in archeology and history in children.
And my concern about the book giving the message that money can buy anything was also dismissed at the end of the book.
The plus for me is that I read it in Dutch, which is my 3rd language. Also this book pushed me a bit further to mastery of this language. So... it's also a good practise for adults trying to better their language skills.
March 31, 2020
Time travel for kids, but not the squeamish ones.
A boy is sent back to Roman London to find out about a blue-eyed girl with a leopard-shaped ivory-handled knife. He has to worry that the followers of Mithras won't like him appearing in their temple, that he might change matters in his own time, that he might catch a disease or starve.
Roman life really isn't all that pleasant or easy and we can see a boy had to be sent because it was much harder for girls to move about town.
Have fun.
This is an unbiased review.
A boy is sent back to Roman London to find out about a blue-eyed girl with a leopard-shaped ivory-handled knife. He has to worry that the followers of Mithras won't like him appearing in their temple, that he might change matters in his own time, that he might catch a disease or starve.
Roman life really isn't all that pleasant or easy and we can see a boy had to be sent because it was much harder for girls to move about town.
Have fun.
This is an unbiased review.
February 24, 2021
Efficace et entraînant, ce roman jeunesse invente une histoire surprenante dans laquelle un collégien va voyager dans le temps pour retrouver une fille aux yeux bleus et au couteau d'ivoire. Eh oui, c'est vague et complètement aléatoire. Les explications aussi sont assez sommaires. Mais l'auteure va droit au but et gère très bien son affaire. Après tout, mieux vaut s'en accommoder et chasser cette petite voix qui vous murmure que c'est pas possible.
Dès le premier chapitre, on plonge dans l'action. Le rythme ne faiblira d'ailleurs jamais jusqu'à la fin, soit 300 pages d'une lecture intrépide et virevoltante. Super programme ! Alex est donc convoqué par sa directrice d'école pour rencontrer un milliardaire prêt à lui donner une grosse somme d'argent s'il accepte de se rendre dans l'Antiquité romaine pour sa mission secrète. Voyager dans le temps ? comment est-ce possible ? Curieux et intrépide, le môme n'hésite pas à tenter l'aventure - l'expédition sera courte et sans danger, lui assure-t-on. Il rêve aussi d'une vie meilleure et ne cache pas que la récompense tomberait à pic. Toutefois, l'expédition qui l'attend va se révéler quelque peu mouvementée. Haha.
Aussi étrange que cela puisse paraître, la lecture est drôle et franchement réjouissante. Les événements s'enchaînent, de façon extraordinaire, étonnante ou héroïque. Les personnages s'acclimatent avec panache. On embarque ainsi dans un univers parallèle, qui mélange réalisme et fantastique. Mais on adhère à fond car le récit est dicté sans temps mort. Et puis il y a de l'humour, beaucoup de rebondissements, des anecdotes pertinentes et romanesques. C'est une bonne pioche pour les amateurs d'histoire et de voyage dans le temps. ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 3.5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Découvrez dans la foulée la série de G. Prévost Le Livre du Temps !
Dès le premier chapitre, on plonge dans l'action. Le rythme ne faiblira d'ailleurs jamais jusqu'à la fin, soit 300 pages d'une lecture intrépide et virevoltante. Super programme ! Alex est donc convoqué par sa directrice d'école pour rencontrer un milliardaire prêt à lui donner une grosse somme d'argent s'il accepte de se rendre dans l'Antiquité romaine pour sa mission secrète. Voyager dans le temps ? comment est-ce possible ? Curieux et intrépide, le môme n'hésite pas à tenter l'aventure - l'expédition sera courte et sans danger, lui assure-t-on. Il rêve aussi d'une vie meilleure et ne cache pas que la récompense tomberait à pic. Toutefois, l'expédition qui l'attend va se révéler quelque peu mouvementée. Haha.
Aussi étrange que cela puisse paraître, la lecture est drôle et franchement réjouissante. Les événements s'enchaînent, de façon extraordinaire, étonnante ou héroïque. Les personnages s'acclimatent avec panache. On embarque ainsi dans un univers parallèle, qui mélange réalisme et fantastique. Mais on adhère à fond car le récit est dicté sans temps mort. Et puis il y a de l'humour, beaucoup de rebondissements, des anecdotes pertinentes et romanesques. C'est une bonne pioche pour les amateurs d'histoire et de voyage dans le temps. ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 3.5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Découvrez dans la foulée la série de G. Prévost Le Livre du Temps !
April 5, 2019
‘Time travel is not a thing of the future. It’s here now. I invented it last year. Or rather some of my tech people did.’
Alex is a normal 12 year old boy; who has an obsession with salt and vinegar crisps, is fluent in Greek, and has some knowledge about the Latin language. So when eccentric billionaire Solomon Daisy recruits Alex for a job, there is no stopping him. Mr Daisy only wants him to travel back to Roman Londinium and find out some information about a blue-eyed girl with an ivory knife. All for 5 million pounds! And there are only 3 rules. Sounds easy enough, right?
This book was an amazing thriller with the past and present all rolled into 257 pages of absolute action. The great thing about the book is that it combines futuristic ideas with the ancient eras. I would recommend this book to absolutely anyone! It ticks all the boxes for a great read with amazing illustrations as well giving the book an amazing feel. Overall, definitely a 5 star rating with twists and turns making it a memorable read.
Alex is a normal 12 year old boy; who has an obsession with salt and vinegar crisps, is fluent in Greek, and has some knowledge about the Latin language. So when eccentric billionaire Solomon Daisy recruits Alex for a job, there is no stopping him. Mr Daisy only wants him to travel back to Roman Londinium and find out some information about a blue-eyed girl with an ivory knife. All for 5 million pounds! And there are only 3 rules. Sounds easy enough, right?
This book was an amazing thriller with the past and present all rolled into 257 pages of absolute action. The great thing about the book is that it combines futuristic ideas with the ancient eras. I would recommend this book to absolutely anyone! It ticks all the boxes for a great read with amazing illustrations as well giving the book an amazing feel. Overall, definitely a 5 star rating with twists and turns making it a memorable read.
March 25, 2021
As a Classics teacher, I'm always looking for books that engage children with the ancient world. Lawrence is one of our best children's authors of the moment for this. In The Time Travel Diaries, she combines an exciting adventure with a journey of friendship, all set against an accurate and educational view of Roman Londinium. I'd heartily recommend this for any child from 8+ interested in a fun romp through grubby 3rd C London.
August 9, 2019
Incredibly clever and compelling. Can’t wait to see what my Percy Jackson-loving 11yo thinks of it.
January 1, 2020
A quick, fun read. Time travel is always pretty awesome.
December 16, 2022
Wasn't as good as I though it would be but maybe I was just raising my expectations too high. Not really my type of book but I'm sure some other people might like it.
April 19, 2020
Alex is stunned when he's called to the school office and asked questions about his knowledge of Latin and the condition of his teeth. Then he's told to meet with Solomon Daisy who offers him millions of pounds to travel back in time and search for the mysterious blue-eyed girl with the knife.
This was a fun book about time travel to Ancient Roman London. The narrator was good, though some of the voices were a bit comical but that's probably because it's aimed at a younger audience.
This was a fun book about time travel to Ancient Roman London. The narrator was good, though some of the voices were a bit comical but that's probably because it's aimed at a younger audience.
August 5, 2022
Solid MG adventure grounded in historical fact. Sometimes the story feels less like fiction and more like a construct through which to impart knowledge about Roman Britain, but Alex is a level-headed protagonist and Dinu and Plecta add some heart to proceedings.
May 28, 2024
Erg leuk jeugdboek. Je leert wat meer over hoe het eraan toe ging in de Romeinse tijd in Londen. Verhaal is spannend en is goed in elkaar gezet.
July 2, 2019
When Alex is called to the school office, he wonders what he’s done wrong. In fact it’s for what he’s done right – particularly the subject of Latin. Again he’s confused when he gets asked if he’d like to travel back to Ancient Roman times. Thinking he’ll be part of a movie, he quickly agrees.
There is no movie planned at all. A billionaire called Solomon Daisy has discovered a way back to real Ancient Rome times – specifically Londinium. He makes Alex an offer he can’t refuse.
Alex is aware how dangerous it could be, let alone all the problems Mr Daisy outlines. With a chance of a lifetime, Alex doesn’t say no, with the rules of:
Naked you go and naked you return
Drink, don’t eat.
As little interaction as possible
Alex makes the time leap….
The only problem is that someone jumps with him. It’s not long before the third rule is broken, then again, and again! Alex finds what Mr Daisy is looking for, but in doing so gets caught up in many sticky situations, including a gladiator fight, and a near marriage, fleeing all manner of pursuers across Roman London. The more encounters he has, the more he worries about changing the future. Will he ever get home to find out?
Any history lovers will enjoy this first book in this series. The author shows us Roman London through Alex’s eyes – the slavery, danger, huge wealth, desperate poverty, traditions and life in 260AD. Alex is aware of the slightest interactions in the past able to cause terrible repercussions in the future. The more trouble he encounters, the more the tension builds. Beginning with a map of Londinium and filled with action, fights, thrills and escapes, this series will be one to watch.
There is no movie planned at all. A billionaire called Solomon Daisy has discovered a way back to real Ancient Rome times – specifically Londinium. He makes Alex an offer he can’t refuse.
Alex is aware how dangerous it could be, let alone all the problems Mr Daisy outlines. With a chance of a lifetime, Alex doesn’t say no, with the rules of:
Naked you go and naked you return
Drink, don’t eat.
As little interaction as possible
Alex makes the time leap….
The only problem is that someone jumps with him. It’s not long before the third rule is broken, then again, and again! Alex finds what Mr Daisy is looking for, but in doing so gets caught up in many sticky situations, including a gladiator fight, and a near marriage, fleeing all manner of pursuers across Roman London. The more encounters he has, the more he worries about changing the future. Will he ever get home to find out?
Any history lovers will enjoy this first book in this series. The author shows us Roman London through Alex’s eyes – the slavery, danger, huge wealth, desperate poverty, traditions and life in 260AD. Alex is aware of the slightest interactions in the past able to cause terrible repercussions in the future. The more trouble he encounters, the more the tension builds. Beginning with a map of Londinium and filled with action, fights, thrills and escapes, this series will be one to watch.
September 25, 2024
Alex is a seemingly ordinary teenager who is tasked with going back to Roman times to try and find a girl. It's a simple premise, although things are made more complicated when one of the school bullies accidentally time travels with him.
With this being a young adult book, this wasn't a particularly difficult read for me, but there were lots of things I loved about it. It felt like a very educational book, so while being full of pop-culture references (Doctor Who for example), there were a lot of facts about real-life places in London.
The time travel occurs in the London Mithraeum, the real-life temple of Mithras, one of the obscure Roman gods that was moved not long ago and has been opened as a tourist attraction (it is well worth a visit). The book does go into a lot of detail about what Roman London was like, and the book shows a comprehensive understanding. Alex even mentions at one point that film makers got a lot of things wrong about the Romans.
The book did add a few rules of time travel that possibly weren't needed, which include not eating food, and not interacting with people much (Alex breaks this rule a lot). Apparently time travel has to be done naked, which I suspected was a nod to the Terminator series, because apparently wearing inorganic material is dangerous. None of these has a major impact on the plot though.
I was glad I read it, and I enjoyed following the characters; I liked the fact that throughout the book Alex was able to change the way he thought about his bully. It does appear that this is the first in a series, and I am keen to read some of the others.
With this being a young adult book, this wasn't a particularly difficult read for me, but there were lots of things I loved about it. It felt like a very educational book, so while being full of pop-culture references (Doctor Who for example), there were a lot of facts about real-life places in London.
The time travel occurs in the London Mithraeum, the real-life temple of Mithras, one of the obscure Roman gods that was moved not long ago and has been opened as a tourist attraction (it is well worth a visit). The book does go into a lot of detail about what Roman London was like, and the book shows a comprehensive understanding. Alex even mentions at one point that film makers got a lot of things wrong about the Romans.
The book did add a few rules of time travel that possibly weren't needed, which include not eating food, and not interacting with people much (Alex breaks this rule a lot). Apparently time travel has to be done naked, which I suspected was a nod to the Terminator series, because apparently wearing inorganic material is dangerous. None of these has a major impact on the plot though.
I was glad I read it, and I enjoyed following the characters; I liked the fact that throughout the book Alex was able to change the way he thought about his bully. It does appear that this is the first in a series, and I am keen to read some of the others.
September 20, 2019
Caroline Lawrence is author of the best selling "Roman Mysteries" series. She is a teacher and a classics scholar, and as a result is able to create well researched, intelligent yet enjoyable stories set in Roman times for mid grade children. This book was published this year and appears to kick off a new series. This one was set in Roman London, and explores characters around actual Roman finds there.
Solomon Daisy is a billionaire who desperately wants to unravel unanswered questions about Roman finds in Britain, and particularly the skeleton of a blue eyed girl. He has used his wealth to commission and invent a time machine (as you do) but there is a problem. Time travel is hard on the body, and can only be undertaken by children. Thus he recruits Alex Papas, a twelve-year-old boy who knows Greek from his grandmother (who he lives with, being an orphan) and is a keen member of the school Latin club.
Alex must dodge a school bully as he prepares to go back to Londinium through a portal in London's Mithraeum (an actual site) and find out all he can about the blue-eyed girl.
You just know it is not going to go to plan though! And the ensuing adventure is everything you expect from Caroline Lawrence.
Solomon Daisy is a billionaire who desperately wants to unravel unanswered questions about Roman finds in Britain, and particularly the skeleton of a blue eyed girl. He has used his wealth to commission and invent a time machine (as you do) but there is a problem. Time travel is hard on the body, and can only be undertaken by children. Thus he recruits Alex Papas, a twelve-year-old boy who knows Greek from his grandmother (who he lives with, being an orphan) and is a keen member of the school Latin club.
Alex must dodge a school bully as he prepares to go back to Londinium through a portal in London's Mithraeum (an actual site) and find out all he can about the blue-eyed girl.
You just know it is not going to go to plan though! And the ensuing adventure is everything you expect from Caroline Lawrence.
January 20, 2025
Read for 52 Book Club Challenge 2025 38) An adventure story.
Imagine Alex Rider sent back to Roman times by an Elon Musk-style billionaire who has invented a time travel portal, and you pretty much have this book. Suitable for upper KS2 and lower KS3 kids who enjoy adventure stories with a good pace, and those who like their history pretty horrible.
The author has obviously done her homework on Roman times - it features more historical realism than many adult books, including a lot of poverty, noxious smells, disease, disfigurement and death, including a sighting of a crucifixion (it is definitely not for the squeamish or for those with a romanticised view of history). For example, the main character (also called Alex) can't understand why he is being stared at, until his Roman friend explains that he looks like Eros - his skin, his hair, his white teeth - swoon! Still the historical realism doesn't get in the way of a good old-fashioned adventure yarn and is lots of fun. Recommended.
Imagine Alex Rider sent back to Roman times by an Elon Musk-style billionaire who has invented a time travel portal, and you pretty much have this book. Suitable for upper KS2 and lower KS3 kids who enjoy adventure stories with a good pace, and those who like their history pretty horrible.
The author has obviously done her homework on Roman times - it features more historical realism than many adult books, including a lot of poverty, noxious smells, disease, disfigurement and death, including a sighting of a crucifixion (it is definitely not for the squeamish or for those with a romanticised view of history). For example, the main character (also called Alex) can't understand why he is being stared at, until his Roman friend explains that he looks like Eros - his skin, his hair, his white teeth - swoon! Still the historical realism doesn't get in the way of a good old-fashioned adventure yarn and is lots of fun. Recommended.
December 1, 2019
Momento mori, carpe diem and a few more latin phrases I learned. Also, took a glimpse of ancient londinium and the slave trade that was common during 600A.D.
Overall story was good, not too convoluted in details.. Author has kept the details in balance, neither to detailed to stretch the reading length not too short to cut a short story .
Protagonist is a teenage boy who happened to travel back in time to get some information about a girl.
I was bit surprised at the luck of the boy that he did find the girl and gathered all the information he needed to collect as if they were destined to meet.
There is no romance in the novel. Girl didn't love the guy but she loved (momentarily) the archenemy of him.
Story ended in a soft note, keeping mysteries unfolded across all.
Overall a good weekend novel read got young readers (:
Overall story was good, not too convoluted in details.. Author has kept the details in balance, neither to detailed to stretch the reading length not too short to cut a short story .
Protagonist is a teenage boy who happened to travel back in time to get some information about a girl.
I was bit surprised at the luck of the boy that he did find the girl and gathered all the information he needed to collect as if they were destined to meet.
There is no romance in the novel. Girl didn't love the guy but she loved (momentarily) the archenemy of him.
Story ended in a soft note, keeping mysteries unfolded across all.
Overall a good weekend novel read got young readers (:
June 18, 2020
Well-written, funny, intriguing and exciting time travel adventure for 9-14 year old children (the protagonist of the story is 12). Mystery, adventure, dangerous situations, horror, culture shock, friendship, some romance. The story had good pacing and each chapter ends in a minor cliffhanger, which keeps the reader interested. Also teaches you some latin phrases and history, since there really has been a blue-eyed girl with a leopard knife in Roman Londinium (cool). What bothered me most in the story was the "no food"-rule since it didn't sound realistic (yeeees I know it's fiction anyways but still ;)) that a child would be able to think straight and be able to function normally after several days of fasting, and the price of time travel was quite high as well - but still, it was an enjoyable story.
3,5stars.
3,5stars.
June 16, 2023
I love time travel stories, and I love Ancient Rome. So of course I had to pick this book up, even more so as I had already read other stories by the same author set in Ancient Rome and knew that the historical part would be solid. It was fun to accompany time-traveling Alex to Roman London, a place in time I didn’t know yet but that sprang to life as I read. The story was captivating because Alex’ mission didn’t go as planned and he had to find his way back, with the clock ticking. I grabbed the sequel as soon as I had finished!
March 12, 2021
This novel is funny in almost every chapter and brings Londinium to life.
In terms of character development and engagement The Roman Mysteries series is far superior. This story is light. There are plot gaps such as why the billionaire is obsessed with the blue-eyed girl and how come she dies shortly after Alex sees her.....https://chroniclesoftania.wordpress.c...
In terms of character development and engagement The Roman Mysteries series is far superior. This story is light. There are plot gaps such as why the billionaire is obsessed with the blue-eyed girl and how come she dies shortly after Alex sees her.....https://chroniclesoftania.wordpress.c...
December 5, 2025
Obviously not aimed at my age group but I have read and enjoyed novels for that target group. Adding I do like time travel stories as well. It was decent enough although i will not be checking out any more work from Caroline Lawrence. Having said that, if I was fifty years younger, I would probably be recommending this to all and sundry.
April 10, 2019
This book has received a Discovering Diamonds Review:
Helen Hollick
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"Caroline Lawrence must be single-handedly responsible for educating older school pupils about Rome. I'm sure her Roman Mysteries have taught kids more about Roman life than any school lesson."
Helen Hollick
founder #DDRevs
"Caroline Lawrence must be single-handedly responsible for educating older school pupils about Rome. I'm sure her Roman Mysteries have taught kids more about Roman life than any school lesson."
July 12, 2020
easy read for 8-12 year old kids, lots of action and suspense, lots of history incoporated, but somehow unsatisfying unlike other kid books. I'm guessting it'd be a hit with kids in the target age group though :)
June 1, 2021
I had and absolute blast listening to this book on audio from my local library.
The narrator just had the right timbre and the story was engaging and took me back to Roman London. It was hilarious and exciting and I just loved in.
The narrator just had the right timbre and the story was engaging and took me back to Roman London. It was hilarious and exciting and I just loved in.
September 4, 2022
A thoroughly enjoyable jaunt to Roman London. Sneaky history and Latin lessons included. The protagonist is a bit full of himself and the Latin is overdone at times, but otherwise excellent. I will read more in this series.
September 9, 2024
An interesting take on a time travel book. I loved going back in time and learning some new facts. I did find some of it to be a little squeamish but I think that’s normal when it comes to history. Overall a good book!
April 22, 2019
Timey wimey, thrills and spills in this new series from Caroline Lawrence. It's a snappy, funny, action packed, page turner. Thoroughly enjoyable!
July 3, 2019
A historical insight into Roman life seen through a time travel story. Looks at issues like bullying as well. Quick read.
February 18, 2020
An enjoyable and fun book.
March 5, 2020
Good light read.
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