Fire from Heaven
- 448 pages
- 16 hours of reading
In the first novel of her stunning trilogy, Mary Renault vividly imagines the life of Alexander the Great, the charismatic leader whose drive and ambition created a legend.
Alexandria Trilogy Series
This epic saga immerses readers in the turbulent life of one of history's greatest military leaders. Follow his rise from a young prince, shaped by courtly intrigue and war, to an immortal king who conquered the known world. The narrative delves into themes of ambition, love, betrayal, and the enduring legacy of a figure who reshaped Western civilization. It's a gripping journey through battles, political machinations, and profound personal relationships.
Recommended Reading Order
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The Persian Boy traces the last years of Alexander’s life through the eyes of his lover, Bagoas. Abducted and gelded as a boy, Bagoas was sold as a courtesan to King Darius of Persia, but found freedom with Alexander after the Macedon army conquered his homeland.Their relationship sustains Alexander as he weathers assassination plots, the demands of two foreign wives, a sometimes-mutinous army, and his own ferocious temper. After Alexander’s mysterious death, we are left wondering if this Persian boy understood the great warrior and his ambitions better than anyone.
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Funeral Games
- 336 pages
- 12 hours of reading
In the final novel of her stunning trilogy, Mary Renault vividly imagines the life of Alexander the Great, the charismatic leader whose drive and ambition created a legend.
