Marcus Corvinu books

Marcus Corvinu is the pen name of David Wishart, a Scottish author who writes historical mystery novels set in ancient Rome.

Marcus Corvinus Reading Order

Title Published Buy on Amazon
Ovid 1995 Buy
Germanicus 1997 Buy
Sejanus 1998 Buy
The Lydian Baker 1998 Buy
Old Bones 2000 Buy
Last Rites 2001 Buy
White Murder 2002 Buy
A Vote for Murder 2003 Buy
Parthian Shot 2004 Buy
Food for the Fishes 2005 Buy
In at the Death 2007 Buy
Illegally Dead 2008 Buy
Bodies Politic 2010 Buy
No Cause for Concern 2012 Buy
Solid Citizens 2013 Buy
Finished Business 2014 Buy
Trade Secrets 2016 Buy
Foreign Bodies 2016 Buy
Family Commitments 2017 Buy
Going Back 2018 Buy
Dead Mens Sandals 2020 Buy

Marcus Corvinu is the pen name of David Wishart, a Scottish writer who has produced a long-running series of historical mysteries set in ancient Rome. The name comes from his protagonist, Marcus Corvinus, a Roman nobleman who investigates crimes during the early Imperial period.

The series began with Ovid (1995), which involves the real historical exile of the poet Ovid, and has continued for over twenty books spanning the political intrigues and murders of ancient Rome. Wishart brings genuine classical knowledge to his plots while keeping the tone accessible and entertaining.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Marcus Corvinu written?

Marcus Corvinu has written 21 books in one series.

What was Marcus Corvinu's first book?

Marcus Corvinu’s first book is Ovid, published in 1995.

Who is the character Marcus Corvinus?

Marcus Corvinus is a fictional Roman nobleman and amateur detective who solves crimes during the reigns of Tiberius and subsequent emperors. The pen name ‘Marcus Corvinu’ is derived from the character, and the books are written by Scottish author David Wishart.

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