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Ancient Rome’s deadliest poisoner seeks revenge and forbidden love.

Locusta (The Poisoned Empire Duology, Book 1)

A Novel

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  • Paperback

    368 pages

  • Release Date

    15 September 2026

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Summary

Circe meets The Lost Apothecary in the first book of this historical fantasy duology featuring Ancient Rome’s most infamous poisoner who changed the course of history to save the woman she loved.

Born in the ancient region of Gaul, Locusta is the last of her kind—a Druid whose communion with the spirit world grants her the dangerous gift of identifying and wielding deadly substances. When Roman soldiers attack her home and slaughter her mother, Locusta is captured an…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781837827602
ISBN-10:1837827605
Author:Emily Dexter
Publisher:Hay House UK Ltd
Imprint:Hay House UK Ltd
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:368
Release Date:15 September 2026
Weight:262g
Dimensions:26mm x 126mm x 196mm
A-Format
Locusta (The Poisoned Empire Duology, Book 1) by Emily Dexter - ISBN: 9781837827602
126 × 196 mm
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C-Format
A4
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About The Author

Emily Dexter

Emily Dexter is a writer and creator exploring the intersection of history, mysticism, and the human spirit. She has built an international audience sharing insights on history, mythology, and the unseen forces shaping our lives through social media and her sold-out international retreats. When not doing magic, reading, or creating, you can find her somewhere in the forests of Lake Tahoe, with her three children, wonderful husband, and stick-hoarding dragon dog.

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