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In Titus of Pompeii by Ken Frazier, blacksmith Titus’ life is turned upside down when he is accused of murdering a local woman named Vibiana, whom he discovered stabbed and bleeding to death in the Temple of Venus. Before succumbing to her injury, she whispers something about Mithros and a medallion. Titus needs to find the real killer as well as the medallion, while Pompeii braces for a volcanic eruption.
Part of any reading experience is that readers have to care about the characters and be involved in the narrative, and for me that part is well taken care of. Frazier’s strength as a writer is also evident in the creation of characters with depth – that is, believable protagonists and antagonists. One of my favorite aspects is that Frazier easily captures the vivid daily life in Pompeii, the thoughts and moments of its citizens in a clear cut narrative that still has enough flair in it. These, coupled with the well-written dialogue and well-paced plot, made the reading all the more flawless. The richness of his imaginative plot and his capacity for accurate detail of the era are solid.
It may seem that Titus of Pompeii, a suspenseful historical novel which includes a volcanic eruption, is solely for historical fiction fans. However, the action, drama, murder mystery, and conspiracy make it a story that every reader can enjoy in their relaxation time. All in all, this comes highly recommended.
