--- product_id: 46415182 title: "Persona Non Grata: A Novel of the Roman Empire (The Medicus Series, 3)" brand: "ruth downie" price: "€ 51.91" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/46415182-persona-non-grata-a-novel-of-the-roman-empire-medicus store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # Persona Non Grata: A Novel of the Roman Empire (The Medicus Series, 3) **Brand:** ruth downie **Price:** € 51.91 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Persona Non Grata: A Novel of the Roman Empire (The Medicus Series, 3) by ruth downie - **How much does it cost?** € 51.91 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/46415182-persona-non-grata-a-novel-of-the-roman-empire-medicus) ## Best For - ruth downie enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ruth downie brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Persona Non Grata: A Novel of the Roman Empire (The Medicus Series, 3) ## Images ![Persona Non Grata: A Novel of the Roman Empire (The Medicus Series, 3) - Image 1](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51pOZHTqY9L.jpg) ![Persona Non Grata: A Novel of the Roman Empire (The Medicus Series, 3) - Image 2](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/410eU6T1nHL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A MUST Read Historical Mystery *by D*** on Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2019* I've read just about every Roman mystery series (Saylor/John Maddox Roberts/Lindsey Davis, etc) and hands-down, the Medicus series is my favorite by FAR. Not only do you get two PoV characters, but each one has a compelling voice which makes it impossible NOT to keep those pages turning. Newly-divorced Ruso's dry humor kept me laughing all the way through. Then there's Tilla, whose no-nonsense nature becomes increasingly more pronounced throughout the series.With most Roman mystery series, I have a huge problem with how late the author introduces the mystery. Sometimes the mystery doesn't play a role until midway into the book (or, gasp, later!). These works are too wrapped up in the historical background to really call themselves honest mysteries.Downie, on the other hand, introduces each book with the crime itself. By bracketing the story within that mystery, you can always expect a focused investigation with clues and all.I can NOT praise this series enough! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Well, Maybe You Are Welcome After All! *by K***R on Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2016* In this third installment, Gaius Petreius Ruso has returned home to the South of France from Britannica having received a short " Come home! " message from his brother. He and Tilla take the long journey only to find that his brother not only did not send the message but also is quite annoyed that Ruso has appeared more or less unannounced.As usual, Gaius finds himself trying to control Tilla and, in this case, finds himself beset by several other women--his stepmother, who will not accept that the family is debt-ridden and has no spare money for her many home improvements; his two younger sisters, primarily 16 year old, Marcia, who demands her dowry and who is in love with a gladiator!; his ex-wife Claudia, whose present husband visits Gaius in order to work out the debt owed him and who proceeds to drop dead, apparently poisoned, in the study without witnesses. Each of these women are distinctively portrayed both physically and emotionally, with several humorous situations breaking up the really serious mystery of the neighbor's death. Add to this, Cass, his sister-in-law, Galla the nursemaid, Lucius, his brother and five toddling nieces and nephews and one can easily see why Gaius frequently searches out the peace and quiet of an empty bathouse, with the doors securely bolted.There are various Roman neighbors, workmen, slave, murderers and, oh, yes, the lovely widow next door. Tilla finds herself surrounded by family and acquaintances who aren't quite sure where she fits in the scheme of things and worries about the fetching neighbor and ex-wife. She is also overwhelmed by the treatment of foreigners by the Romans, either as slaves or as players in the deadly games in the local amphitheatre. Add to these oddities she is also taken my the nursemaid to a meeting of the followers of Christos and finds their beliefs and practices quite puzzling.The family dynamics are amusing as well as realistic--two teenage girls and an unmarried uncle trying to set them up for marriage!! The solving of two murders, the description of the masses cheering the death of gladiators at the attack by wild animals, the birth of a new religion and the telling of the story matter of factly as a Roman and simultaneously through the eyes of the so called barbarian, Tilla, are all threads that keep the reader involved and interested until the very last clasp of Tilla's and Ruso's hands as it appears they are preparing for a lifetime commitmentAt the end, Persona non Grata and his barbarian woman have saved the day. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worthy of continuing *by Y***A on Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2016* I have so far enjoyed this series and am eager to start the next book. Author Ruth Downie is a capable writer. Her historical knowledge of the early Roman Empire is excellent. every day life comes alive in her hands and the mystery is always fun to try and solve. The only criticism I have is her use of colloquial phrases and words. I highly doubt anyone called a blonde haired woman "blondie" during that time period. There were plenty other cringe worthy words and phrases throughout. However, I can overlook them because she's an excellent writer and the plots keep me turning pages and wanting to follow each book in the serious. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/46415182-persona-non-grata-a-novel-of-the-roman-empire-medicus](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/46415182-persona-non-grata-a-novel-of-the-roman-empire-medicus) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-08-11*