Two friends attempt to figure out each other as one claims to have a secret. Is it a joke? Although Piso et Syra et potiones mysticae contains numerous cognates, there is a depth to the story to keep a Latin reader engaged. This structure allows a novice level Latin reader an opportunity to connect with a story with more detail than most level A or B titles.
The story remains in the present tense as the friends discuss Piso’s challenge. Narration with dialogue interspersed allow the novice level reader many reps with all verb endings. Descriptive language with adjectives and adverbs are frequent. The plot is readable for a novice level student as most of the depth uses cognates.
Mystery abounds in Piso et Syra et potiones mysticae. It is a must add addition to any Latin reading library for novice level Latin readers. Make sure and connect with Magister P’s website for the ability to order multiple copies at a lower cost than amazon.
Other level B novice Latin texts:
by Lance Piantaggini at Magister P – A Roman matron has a secret. Who else knows?
– Brando Brown canem vult. A young boy wants a dog but his parents do not think he is ready. Do you agree with his solution?
Ego Polyphemus by Andrew Stephan Olimpi at Comprehensible Classics – The cyclops, Polyphemus, has strange visitors and learns the hard lessons of love.
Familia Mala Saturnus et Iuppiter by Andrew Stephan Olimpi at Comprehensible Classics – Bad fathers and rebellious children all in god form.
Leo Molossus by Jocelyn Demuth offers eye catching visual support for the novice reader about dogs and the Roman army.
Comprehensible Antiquity 