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After Octavian’s forces invade Egypt, Marc Antony and Cleopatra’s children are captured and carried to Rome. The ten‑year‑old twins Selene and Alexander survive the journey and are raised in the household of Octavian’s sister, Octavia. Clinging to their shared hope of restoring the Egyptian throne, they navigate the intrigues of Rome’s elite, the threat of slave revolts, and their own personal ambitions. Selene’s narrative, told in a youthful voice, offers a vivid portrait of life in imperial Rome—including courtly politics, the construction of the Pantheon, and the bustling marketplaces—while she hones her talents and searches for a place in a foreign land. The story blends historical detail with the young twins’ longing to reclaim their heritage.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Historical Fiction/Ancient Historical Fiction
Authors: Michelle Moran
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