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Sensible women don't investigate murders, but Livia Aemilia might not have a choice. Rome, 47 AD. When Livia's father dies under suspicious circumstances, she sets out to find the killer before her innocent brother is convicted of murder. She may be an amateur when it comes to hunting dangerous criminals, but she's determined, intelligent, and not afraid to break a convention or two in pursuit of the truth. Plus, she's adopted a radical new faith that encourages her to believe a woman and a handful of servants can actually solve a murder. Can she uncover the culprit before powerful men realize what she's up to and force her to stop? Or will her snooping land her in deadly peril? A lighthearted historical mystery set in first-century Rome, featuring a feisty amateur sleuth, a cast of eccentric characters, and an unrepentant, sausage-snatching cat.

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Not only does Lisa Betz's story provide an intriguing mystery interwoven with fascinating descriptions of 1st century Roman culture, she also inspires the reader to reflect on how God might enable us to step out in faith to impact our 21st century culture with both grace and courage. --Deborah Hargreaves, MA, LPC Death and a Crocodile has everything I love in historical fiction--a feisty heroine, a fascinating setting, and mysterious goings-on. Betz's story is an intriguing journey into ancient Rome, with a character facing challenges similar to our own. Recommended!--Tracy Higley, historical fiction author of The Incense Road I absolutely loved this book. I read it in one (long) sitting because I couldn't put it down. Ms. Betz has a way of connecting this 21st century reader to 1st century Rome and makes it feel like I belong there. Be sure to block your schedule when you start reading!--Rick Taylor, Pastor of Worship, Hopewell Christian Fellowship Lisa Betz's uncanny imagination will take you where you have never been except perhaps in a dream. Just when you feel secure, Betz's surprisingly innovative tale will take the heroine you've found yourself caring about into a cultural conflict leaving you wondering and worrying about how she will not only navigate her way, but prevail. This most unusual of whodunits evokes your empathy and suspense.--Jack Ridl, author of Practicing to Walk Like a Heron and Saint Peter and the Goldfinch both from Wayne State University Press Who knew that a first-century Roman whodunit could be so magnetic? The intrigue, suspense and riotous host of characters beguiled me. The courage displayed by a young Christian woman living in a world so hostile to her growing faith kept me hooked! Death and a Crocodile is master story-telling!--Matthew Carter, Pastor of Shepherding Ministries, Brick Lane Community Church

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Lisa E. Betz worked as an engineer, substitute teacher, and play director before becoming an award-winning mystery writer. She draws inspiration from thirty-five years of leading Bible studies to create fast-paced mysteries set in the first-century world of the early church.

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