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Daughters of Rome by Kate Quinn

Daughters of Rome

Kate Quinn

Penguin Publishing Group · Print & ebook · April 5, 2011

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Who it’s for
For a category search that wants romance, period texture, and a familiar historical-fiction frame.
Genres
Ancient-World Romance, Ancient Historical Fiction, Historical Fiction
Published
Penguin Publishing Group, April 5, 2011

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About this book

A fast-paced historical novel about two women with the power to sway an empire, from the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of The Alice Network and The Briar Club. A.D. 69. The Roman Empire is up for the taking. Everything will change—especially the lives of two sisters with a very personal stake in the outcome. Elegant and ambitious, Cornelia embodies the essence of the perfect Roman wife. She lives to one day see her loyal husband as Emperor.

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Her sister Marcella is more aloof, content to witness history rather than make it. But when a bloody coup turns their world upside-down, both women must maneuver carefully just to stay alive. As Cornelia tries to pick up the pieces of her shattered dreams, Marcella discovers a hidden talent for influencing the most powerful men in Rome. In the end, though, there can only be one Emperor...and one Empress.

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For a category search that wants romance, period texture, and a familiar historical-fiction frame.

Come here for

  • Historical Rome-adjacent atmosphere
  • Romance with a historical-fiction sheen

Expect

  • Light-to-medium historical immersion
  • A sweep that leans on mood more than intricacy

Where it sits

Ancient-World Romance76%
Ancient Historical Fiction44%
Historical Fiction26%

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Publisher categories

  • Historical Fiction
  • Ancient-World Romance
  • Political Thrillers
Authors
Kate Quinn
Publisher
Penguin Publishing Group
Published
April 5, 2011
Format
Print & ebook
Reading lane
Historical Fiction