When We Were Gods: A Novel Of Cleopatra

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Arrestingly beautiful and fiercely intelligent, Cleopatra VII of Egypt was barely more than a teenager when she inherited the richest empire in the world. Imperilled at every turn by court conspiracies and Roman treachery, Cleopatra brazenly sought a partnership with the only man who could secure Egypt's safety- Julius Caesar, a wily politician and battle-hardened general with a weakness for women. The result was a passionate love affair that scandalised Rome and thrust Cleopatra into the glittering but deadly world of imperial intrigue and warfare aa world that she mesmerised and manipulated even after Caesar was gone. Colin Falconer's bold, sensuous prose creates a vivid portrait of an unforgettable woman who thrived and triumphed in a world ruled by men. This is the story of a legendary woman's most glorious time, a story that blazes through thousands of years of history to capture the imagination of readers today.

COLIN FALCONER lives in Western Australia, close to the home of the Margaret River wines and cheeses. A former journalist, barman, taxi driver, folk singer and script writer for 'The Two Ronnies', Colin has written over 30 books, including MY BEAUTIFUL SPY, ANASTASIA and WHEN WE WERE GODS, which have been bestsellers in Germany, France and Spain. In total his books have been published in 19 countries. Colin also publishes contemporary fiction under the pen name of Mark D'Arbanville and non fiction under the name Colin Bowles.