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It is a.d. 79. The Roman world is reeling from the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Hundreds of refugees are living in a makeshift camp, trying to come to terms with what has happened. Then even more tragedy strikes: the camp’s children begin to disappear. Flavia Gemina and her friends... read more

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The mountain had exploded and for three days darkness covered the land.

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This is book 3 of 17 in The Roman Mysteries. (standard series)

Preceded by The Secrets of Vesuvius, and followed by The Assassins of Rome.

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  1. Caroline Lawrence (Author)

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Original Language: English
Publisher: Orion
Country: England
Publication Date: 2002
ISBN: 1842552023
Page Count: 208

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