“as disciplined as it is ambitious. [George] renders her myriad settings palpably real. It is a tribute to George’s artistry that the strings are hidden, that not once will readers doubt that the Queen of Egypt is telling the tale. She creates countless memorable moments. Readers looking to be transported to another place and time will find their magic carpet here.” – Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“Cleopatra’s story has a timeless fascination.”  – Kirkus

“awash in sensuous, jewel-like detail. Absorbing, meticulous cast-of-thousands epic. Completely absorbing, as if ancient frescoes had sprung alive.”  – Entertainment Weekly

“Margaret George’s epic fictional autobiography of the last Ptolemy [is] an historical world brought vividly to life by exceptionally engaging writing. For a life whose ending is so well known, it is a testament to Margaret George’s story-telling ability that she kept this reader totally enthralled — and not wanting that snake in the figs to make its appearance, finally.”  – KMT: ( A Modern Journal of Ancient Egypt)