Daughters of Rome by Kate Quinn (English) Paperback Book

Description: Daughters of Rome by Kate Quinn From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of THE ALICE NETWORK and THE HUNTRESS comes a powerful Roman epic, perfect for those who loved the HBO mini-series ROME. This sweeping, powerful epic tells the story of one of the bloodiest years in Romes history through the eyes of two remarkable women fighting for survival. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This sweeping, powerful epic tells the story of one of the bloodiest years in Romes history through the eyes of two remarkable women fighting for survival.A.D. 69. The Roman Empire is up for the taking. The Year of the Four Emperors will change everything - 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. 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 manoeuvre 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. Notes This gripping historical novel chronicles the extraordinary Year of the Four Emperors, AD69, when the streets of Rome ran with blood. The action is seen through the eyes of two sisters, fighting for survival and with a very personal stake in the outcome of the power struggle. Author Biography Kate Quinn is a native of southern California. She attended Boston University, where she earned a Bachelors and Masters Degree in Classical Voice whilst at the same time writing her first novel, MISTRESS OF ROME, in the universitys basement computer lab. Now twenty-eight, Kate lives in San Diego with her husband. For more information on Kate Quinn, please visit: Promotional A prequel to the bestselling MISTRESS OF ROME, Kate Quinns gripping new novel chronicles the extraordinary Year of the Four Emperors, when the streets of Rome ran with blood Long Description This sweeping, powerful epic tells the story of one of the bloodiest years in Romes history through the eyes of two remarkable women fighting for survival.A.D. 69. The Roman Empire is up for the taking. The Year of the Four Emperors will change everything - 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. 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 manoeuvre 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. Promotional "Headline" From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of THE ALICE NETWORK and THE HUNTRESS comes a powerful Roman epic, perfect for those who loved the HBO mini-series ROME. This sweeping, powerful epic tells the story of one of the bloodiest years in Romes history through the eyes of two remarkable women fighting for survival. Description for Sales People MISTRESS OF ROME was a runaway international word-of-mouth success, selling nearly 35,000 copies in paperback through UK Bookscan since publication in June 2010. Kate Quinns thrilling second novel promises even more Details ISBN0755381025 Author Kate Quinn Year 2011 ISBN-10 0755381025 ISBN-13 9780755381029 Media Book Format Paperback Pages 416 Publisher Headline Publishing Group Imprint Headline Review Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 813.6 Language English Short Title DAUGHTERS OF ROME Series Review UK Release Date 2011-08-04 Publication Date 2011-08-04 Audience General NZ Release Date 2011-12-27 AU Release Date 2011-12-27 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:37163540;

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