The October Horse
A Novel of Caesar and Cleopatra (Masters of Rome Book 6)
What's it about
Ever wonder what it takes to rule the world? Discover the brutal ambition and secret passions that drove Julius Caesar to the brink of godhood, and see how his legendary affair with Cleopatra sealed both their fates in the heart of a treacherous Rome. You'll go behind the marble columns to witness Caesar's final, desperate power grabs and his plans for a new dynasty. Uncover the conspiracies brewing in the Senate, the personal betrayals that led to his assassination, and the bloody civil war that erupted in his wake, leaving the fate of the Roman world hanging in the balance.
Meet the author
Australian neurophysiologist and internationally bestselling author Colleen McCullough dedicated over thirty years to her monumental Masters of Rome series, renowned for its formidable historical accuracy and epic storytelling. Her extensive background in medical research and a lifelong passion for Roman history allowed her to meticulously reconstruct the ancient world with unparalleled detail and psychological depth. This unique combination of scientific discipline and narrative genius brought figures like Caesar and Cleopatra to life, earning her a global reputation as a master of the historical novel.
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