The Sisters — Volume 2

** "The Sisters — Volume 2" by Georg Ebers is a journey into ancient Egypt, focusing on the magnificent but complicated world surrounding Cleopatra. The story starts within the opulent palace where Cleopatra lives, and highlights the dynamics of her relationships, particularly those with her brother Euergetes and the Roman, Publius Cornelius Scipio. The book shows the splendor and drama characterizing royal life, with themes of power and identity woven throughout. The narrative builds around a large banquet, highlighting the tensions and expectations of those involved in Cleopatra’s royal life in Egypt. **