The Confessions of Young Nero (Paperback)

from wagner.sarah35

*I received a copy of this book from the publisher.* Nero emerges as an almost like-able character in this novel covering his early years. It took me a while to get into this book, but once I figured out enough of the characters (everyone was scheming and backstabbing from the beginning) to under...

from Storeetllr

I've always enjoyed reading historical fiction, and the ancient Roman world is a particular favorite of mine. Thus it was that I immediately dove into this novel depicting the life of Nero - about whom I knew less than many other famous Romans, barring what I read in Quo Vadis, Claudius the God, ...

from muddyboy

Exactly what the title implies - the rise and consolidation of Nero's power in ancient Rome. There is violence, intrigue but not a whole lot of romance. The novel ranges from his youth when he is manipulated by a power hungry mother till the time when Rome burns while under his leadership. The bo...

from anissaannalise

My first Margaret George book was The Memoirs of Cleopatra and I fell totally in love with her style. I read every one I came across since and have never been disappointed. When I saw she'd taken on Nero, I knew it was a must read for me. In addition to being a George fan, I happen to love all th...

from Virginia51

This was a very detailed story about the first years of Emporer Nero. Margaret George gives Nero a personality. You love him or hate him at different times in his life. She tells a tale of him that is different from what we are used to hearing. I really enjoyed this story. I laughed and cried . I...