This was a really interesting book but it was slow and some of the information was repeated. I have never learnt alot about Romans and emprerors so it was very interesting

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC.
3.5

This is so far out of my normal. However I did find it interesting. The writing prose was good.
Honestly, this book made me feel like I'm not smart enough.
It's a collection of stories that dive into the lives of Roman Empire elites, and it's pretty fascinating. The last tale was a highlight, reimaging the Israelites' Exodus from Egypt. But, there are some inconsistencies and plot holes.
For me the book raises more questions than it answers, but it's still engaging. I was invested in the Roman Empire's evolution, and it's clear that the Empire's resilience is its greatest strength.