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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"Song of the Nile" by Stephanie Dray
Posted in Reviews Tagged with: Augustus, Cleopatra Selene, Cleopatra's Daughter, Egypt, fantasy, historical fiction, Isis, Octavian, Rome, Stephanie Dray
"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…
Posted in Reviews Tagged with: Augustus, Cleopatra, Cleopatra Selene, Egypt, Isis, Marc Antony, Octavian, Rome, Stephanie Dray
"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…