Monday, October 1, 2012

Book Review + GIVEAWAY of Cleopatra's Moon!!!

Book Review followed by Giveaway!


This splendidly written story revolves around the life of Cleopatra Selene-Queen Cleopatra of Egypt’s daughter.  It is an absolutely dreamy historical ride into the ancient world.  The retelling of the history behind what happened to Cleopatra Selene after the death of her mother and father (Mark Anthony), is meticulously detailed to the point of bringing the whole story back to life.  

Cleopatra’s Moon, is not only a great story about a historical gutsy Egyptian princess with clever survival instincts, determination and strength -there is also so much to learn about ancient Rome, Egypt, Greece, and the Ptolemies.  Customs, religions, superstitions, gods, and all that’s exotic combined make this book such a satisfying read.  

There are also mystic elements, such as Cleopatra Selene’s devotion to the goddess Isis (tabooed by Romans). Her dedication to the goddess helped young Selene stay focused and true to her goal, and to never forget where she came from. This whole religious aspect helped carry the story along in terms of ancient beliefs and possibilities.

I especially enjoyed reading about Cleopatra Selene’s attachment and devotion to her little brother Ptolly (who was the spitting image of their dad, Mark Anthony), and of her twin brother Alexandros as well.  Stripped from Egypt, and thrown into this completely different and new family within the house of the man who destroyed her parents, Octavianus, was interesting and diverse, to say the least.  And then there is a love story as well…Juba, the orphaned prince of Numidia, Africa… As for its heroine; Cleopatra Selene is sharp, witty and intelligent with the heart and soul of a true queen; encompassing all that is strength and beauty. She is timeless.

Listed as a YA novel, I was expecting a simple, straight-to the point read; Instead, I was blown away by the depth, accuracy and elegance of the contents!  Delightful, and exquisitely historical, Cleopatra’s Moon offers the ancient world at its best.  

If you are passionate about ancient Egypt and Rome, I urge you to read Vicky  Alvear Schecter’s: Cleopatra’s Moon- you won’t be disappointed.  I loved it!

GIVEAWAY Time!

To Enter to Win ONE Copy of this excellent book:
 
1- You MUST be a Follower of this blog
2-  For more chances to win: FB, Twitter, Blog and come back to comments to post your link.
 
Open to US - Canada (Winner Announced on Sunday, October 7th)

GOOD LUCK TO ALL!!

17 comments:

mariag said...

Sounds like a great read. Thanks for the giveaway!
I follow on GFC.

Linda said...

Sounds great. I've read a bit about Selene in other HF novels, would love to know more.
Thanks for the giveaway.
Google follower.
lcbrower40(at)gmail(dot)com

Chasity Tarantino said...

I love the sound of this book, I must read it!!! Thanks for the great review and awesome giveaway!! I follow via GFC and Twitter both are under the name Chasity Brewer!!!

Tea said...

I haven't read a book about Cleopatra yet. I love the title of this one. I enjoyed your review.

1dozenstars@gmail.com

Tea said...

I follow you(GFC)

I tweeted http://twitter.com/topazshell/

I follow you on Twitter.

Rachel said...

I'm a follower-- thanks for the giveaway!

Rachelhwallen@gmail.com

Hillary said...

This sounds like a great book! I love historical fiction (especially about Egypt). I follow! Hilllalaps34@aol.com

Thanks for the giveaway!

Anonymous said...

Ian a follower and have been ever since I first saw this blog ! americansamgirl@gmail.com

mamabunny13 said...

I follower via gfc - mamabunny13
mamabunny13 at gmail dot com

mamabunny13 said...

shared on fb-mamabunny shelor
https://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#!/mamabunny13/posts/152840434858665
mamabunny13 at gmail dot com

mamabunny13 said...

tweet https://twitter.com/mamabunny13/status/253496070653485056
mamabunny13 at gmail dot com

Literary Chanteuse said...

I must, must, must read this!!! Huge Cleopatra fan!

I'm a follower

Margaret
singitm(at)hotmail(dot)com

Literary Chanteuse said...

Shared on fb

https://www.facebook.com/#!/margaret.literarychanteuse

Margaret
singitm(at)hotmail(dot)com

Literary Chanteuse said...

Tweeted https://twitter.com/LiteraryChanteu

Margaret
singitm(at)hotmail(dot)com

Lilian said...

GFC follower: Lilian Cheng

lilianxchengATgmail.com
Lilian @ A Novel Toybox

Lilian said...

Facebook posted: https://www.facebook.com/lilboxism/posts/503505326327874

lilianxchengATgmail.com
Lilian @ A Novel Toybox

Lilian said...

Tweeted: https://twitter.com/lilboxism/status/253903713654161408

lilianxchengATgmail.com
Lilian @ A Novel Toybox