A review by vidhi26p
Song of the Nile by Stephanie Dray

3.0

“If I cannot have you, then I will have the world.”

3.5 stars

I enjoyed this immensely. It wasn’t the best historical fiction I’ve read, but I’m always a sucker for anything Rome, and bringing Cleopatra’s children & legacy into the mix is an immediate MUST READ for me.

I wasn’t a huge fan of how fantasy-esque the author made this story, but that being said, I’m so glad I picked this up. An intriguing account of Augustus’ relationship with Cleopatra Selene, and her relationship with Egypt & its conquerors.

For anyone interested in what happened after Cleopatra, this is for you! Also love the author’s note at the end tying together all the historical loose ends :)