| Author: | Faith L. Justice | ISBN: | 9781452336015 |
| Publisher: | Faith L. Justice | Publication: | May 17, 2010 |
| Imprint: | Smashwords Edition | Language: | English |
| Author: | Faith L. Justice |
| ISBN: | 9781452336015 |
| Publisher: | Faith L. Justice |
| Publication: | May 17, 2010 |
| Imprint: | Smashwords Edition |
| Language: | English |
This story of ambition, love and political intrigue brings to life colorful characters and an exotic time and place. In A.D. 412 Alexandria, against the backdrop of a city torn by religious and political strife, Selene struggles to achieve her dream of becoming a physician—an unlikely goal for an upper class Christian girl. Hypatia, the famed Lady Philosopher of Alexandria and the Augustal Prefect Orestes offer their patronage and protection. But will it be enough to save Selene from murderous riots, the machinations of a charismatic Bishop and—most dangerous of all—her own impulsive nature?
Praise for Selene of Alexandria:
"…readers will be captivated." – Historical Novel Society
"…an entertaining and enlightening novel....a fine read through and through."
– Midwest Book Reviews
"… does what historical fiction does best—weave historical fact, real-life historical figures, and attention to detail with page-turning, plot-driven fiction." – The Copperfield Review
This story of ambition, love and political intrigue brings to life colorful characters and an exotic time and place. In A.D. 412 Alexandria, against the backdrop of a city torn by religious and political strife, Selene struggles to achieve her dream of becoming a physician—an unlikely goal for an upper class Christian girl. Hypatia, the famed Lady Philosopher of Alexandria and the Augustal Prefect Orestes offer their patronage and protection. But will it be enough to save Selene from murderous riots, the machinations of a charismatic Bishop and—most dangerous of all—her own impulsive nature?
Praise for Selene of Alexandria:
"…readers will be captivated." – Historical Novel Society
"…an entertaining and enlightening novel....a fine read through and through."
– Midwest Book Reviews
"… does what historical fiction does best—weave historical fact, real-life historical figures, and attention to detail with page-turning, plot-driven fiction." – The Copperfield Review
