To the ancient Romans, the Ides of March was a time for settling debts. For Julius Caesar, it was a time of betrayal and death; but, for us, it simply marks the middle of March and a week before the official start of spring.
This ides dawns with gloomy skies and damp ground. A storm passed through last night but, thankfully, just rain here. Cooler temps this morning.
If you are undecided about what to do with this day, let me assure you that the ides of March is a good time to read a cozy, especially Moonstruck and Murderous. This third Ned McNeil mystery is all about March and the amazing things that happen. The people you’ll meet inside its pages are more than a little strange, but are they moonstruck, murderous, or both?
It IS a reading kind of day!
It sure is! Especially Moonstruck and Murderous, which includes the Ides of March. In fact, the whole book takes place in March and includes Pat’s superstitions.
Everyday is a reading day! Also, a band decided to use Ides of March as their name in 1970 and they’re still performing at events.
Yes, everyday certainly is a reading day. I didn’t know about the Ides of March band. Interesting. Thanks for writing.