Disturbing and nightmarish, yet oddly endearing, this is a classic novel that attests to the power of friendship and facing fears. Through a dreadful Disturbing and nightmarish, yet oddly endearing, this is a classic novel that attests to the power of friendship and facing fears. Through a dreadful battle between good and evil, monster and men, bonds and obstacles, we see the vital importance of love, desire, and promises to friends. We see that although memory fades and surroundings change, our childhoods shape us, our fears can be outweighed by our humor, our resilience, our imagination. Truly a timeless horror novel, filled with emotion and iconic imagery. ...more
A colorful, all-encompassing interpretation of one of the most intriguing women in history. Through phenomenal research, we journey with Cleopatra thrA colorful, all-encompassing interpretation of one of the most intriguing women in history. Through phenomenal research, we journey with Cleopatra through her triumphs, tragedies, loves, and betrayals. We see her not only as a queen, a goddess incarnate, but as a mortal woman, with faults and feelings, fantasies and failures. Romantic and reflective, we can ponder the accomplishments and ambitions of Cleopatra in a new light; this novel helps show us a side of her that is more than pure legend. Perfect for readers of in depth history. ...more