This is another excellent mystery taking place during the days of the Roman Empire. Instead of taking place during the Roman republic like the works of Steven Saylor and John Maddox Roberts, Medicus takes place during Imperial Roman rule, specifically at the beginning of Hadrian's reign.

The story follows a medic in the Roman legions. As he tries to save his family from crushing debts, he reluctantly becomes involved with a series of disappearances. The result is this very good debut novel.