Cleopatra Selene is the only daughter of Queen Cleopatra of Egypt and General Marcus Antonius of Rome. She and her twin brother, Alexandros, and their little brother, Ptolemy Philadelphos, live in a palace of wealth and love, and respect. Servants see to their every need and education is a top priority. Cleopatra sees her role as queen to be a divine directive. She puts her queenship first, her personal desires second. Cleopatra Selene wants to follow in her mother's footsteps. When Octovianus, the nephew of Julius Caesar, mounts a campaign to invade and conquer Egypt, her life is forever, irreparably changed. This is thought-provoking, eye-opening work of historical fiction with just a touch of romance, intrigue, and a strong females protagonist.
Gateway Award Preliminary Nominee 2013-14
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