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"Song of the Nile" by Stephanie Dray

Pros: The relationship between Selene and Augustus is absolutely fascinating to watch unfold. Cons: Selene’s single-mindedness can be a bit irritating at times. Rating: 4 out of 5 Review book courtesy of Penguin Group   Having come of age, Cleopatra

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"Lily of the Nile" by Stephanie Dray

Pros: The reader gets to see the aftermath of Cleopatra’s bid for power not only from the eyes of her daughter, but from the Roman perspective as well. Cons: Historical purists may not enjoy a couple of tweaks to the

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"Cleopatra: A Life" by Stacy Schiff

Pros: Easy to read and follow along; good examination and analysis of ancient sources. Cons: The footnotes were slightly confusing; it took me a minute to realize that they weren’t alluded to in the text but included in the back

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"Warrior Ascended," Addison Fox

Pros: The heroine’s problems don’t make her whiny or incapable of action. Cons: The villains can be more comical than threatening at times. Rating: 4.5 out of 5 Review book courtesy of Penguin Group   Two goddesses of Mount Olympus

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"To Catch A Bride" by Anne Gracie

Pros: Great use of humor, good depiction of attitudes of the time Cons: I would’ve enjoyed just a touch more tension between the two Rating: 4.75 out of 5 Review book courtesy of Penguin Group   Rafe Ramsey is not

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