ISBN-13: 9780307409133
The incredible untold story of the children of Cleopatra, Egypts most powerful and notorious rulera novel thatbrims over with rich details of Roman life, historical personages, and political turmoil (Romantic Times)from the internationally bestselling author of Nefertiti and MariaFast-paced, intriguing, and beautifully written.The Boston Globe The marriage of Marc Antony and Cleopatra is one of the greatest love stories of all time. Feared and hunted by the powers in Rome, the lovers choose to die by their own hands as the triumphant armies of Antonys rival, Octavian, sweep into Egypt. When their orphaned children are taken in chains to Rome, only twothe ten-year-old twins Selene and Alexandersurvive the journey. As they come of age, they are buffeted by the personal ambitions of Octavians family and court, by the ever-present threat of slave rebellion, and by the longings deep within their own hearts.Recounted in Selenes youthful and engaging voice, Michelle Moran introduces a compelling cast of historical characters Octavia, the emperor Octavians kind and compassionate sister, abandoned by Marc Antony for Cleopatra; Livia, Octavians bitter and jealous wife; Marcellus, Octavians handsome, flirtatious nephew and heir apparent; Tiberius, Livias sardonic son and Marcelluss great rival for power; and Juba, Octavians watchful aide, whose honored position at court has far-reaching effects on the lives of the young Egyptian royals.Based on meticulous research, Cleopatras Daughter is a fascinating portrait of imperial Rome and of the people and events of this most tumultuous period in human history. Emerging from the shadows of the past, Selene must confront the same forces that destroyed her mother and struggle to meet a different fate.
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ISBN-13: 9780307409133
The incredible untold story of the children of Cleopatra, Egypts most powerful and notorious rulera novel thatbrims over with rich details of Roman life, historical personages, and political turmoil (Romantic Times)from the internationally bestselling author of Nefertiti and MariaFast-paced, intriguing, and beautifully written.The Boston Globe The marriage of Marc Antony and Cleopatra is one of the greatest love stories of all time. Feared and hunted by the powers in Rome, the lovers choose to die by their own hands as the triumphant armies of Antonys rival, Octavian, sweep into Egypt. When their orphaned children are taken in chains to Rome, only twothe ten-year-old twins Selene and Alexandersurvive the journey. As they come of age, they are buffeted by the personal ambitions of Octavians family and court, by the ever-present threat of slave rebellion, and by the longings deep within their own hearts.Recounted in Selenes youthful and engaging voice, Michelle Moran introduces a compelling cast of historical characters Octavia, the emperor Octavians kind and compassionate sister, abandoned by Marc Antony for Cleopatra; Livia, Octavians bitter and jealous wife; Marcellus, Octavians handsome, flirtatious nephew and heir apparent; Tiberius, Livias sardonic son and Marcelluss great rival for power; and Juba, Octavians watchful aide, whose honored position at court has far-reaching effects on the lives of the young Egyptian royals.Based on meticulous research, Cleopatras Daughter is a fascinating portrait of imperial Rome and of the people and events of this most tumultuous period in human history. Emerging from the shadows of the past, Selene must confront the same forces that destroyed her mother and struggle to meet a different fate.
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