Cleopatra's Daughter

Cleopatra's Daughter is another excellent book by Michelle Moran. It tells the story of Cleopatra Selene, the only daughter of Queen Cleopatra, Egypt's most famous queen. The story begins with the aftermath of Cleopatra's defeat in the Battle of Actium and follows Selene and her twin, Alexander, as they attempt to adopt to their new life in Rome under the protection of Octavia, Augustus' beloved sister.

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This is a well written tale  that gives a reader a feel for the time, but at the same time it is easy to relate to the homesickness and loneliness of the novel's heroine, Cleopatra Selene. Moran also focuses on the relationships of the key players in Roman history as well as exploring the difficult journey from childhood to adulthood.  Much like Moran's previous novels, The Heretic Queen and Nefertiti, the reader is able to explore the life of a strong female, historical figure and live through some major historical events