Guardian of the Flame is book three in the Seven Wonders series of novels transporting readers back to the Ancient World. Characters struggle to find meaning in a pagan society and are confronted by the one true God and His message of redemption.The year is 48 BC. Sophia, a woman hurt by past loss, guards the famous lighthouse of Alexandria, Egypt, in order to hide herself away from a world she deems cruel and unloving. But there is no escape. Political turmoil swells as Roman general Julius Caesar and his legion storm the city, and Cleopatra, Greek queen of Egypt , fights to retain her country against both Caesar and bloodthirsty rivals within her own household. Sophia is caught in the middle between a loyalty to Cleopatra and her maddening interest in Bellus, the Roman soldier whom Caesar has instructed to overtake the lighthouse.
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T. L. Higley holds a degree in English Literature and has written five previous novels. She lives near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Tracy L. Higley travels the world, brings back adventure and writes novels that transports readers to ancient times and places.
Visit her website at TracyHigley.com or meet up with her on Facebook at facebook.com/tlhigley.
Visit her website at TracyHigley.com or meet up with her on Facebook at facebook.com/tlhigley.
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Enjoyable diversion from reality,
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This review is from: Guardian of the Flame: A Seven Wonders Novel (Paperback)
I haven't read a story written by this author before and I really enjoyed it. Last week I read Cleopatra's Daughter by Michelle Moran, so it was cool to hang out in the ancient world a bit longer. In Guardian of the Flame, Cleopatra is involved with Julius Caesar and is trying to save her country while holding on to power at the same time. Sophia, the main character in this book, is forced to trust a Roman Centurion and the tension between them is delightfully charged with both animosity and attraction. Usually books that I've read where the man and woman hold anger toward each other seems forced at best. However, this set up seemed more realistic to me as did the subtle shift in affection between them. I loved the romantic element in this story. It was delicious. The emotional impact was intense as well, like the situation where someone unexpected from her past is revealed. Telling you who that surprise person is would be a spoiler, so I'm keeping that a secret. The setting was rich with history and I culture. The situations the characters found themselves in seemed impossible to escape. I love stories that keep me holding my breath and longing for the characters to find love and peace. This one was definitely that, plus it had just enough tension to keep me reading while making my heart pound with anticipation. That's always a great combination.
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Fascinating and enthralling,
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This review is from: Guardian of the Flame: A Seven Wonders Novel (Paperback)
I am fascinated by, but not very familiar with the history of the Ancient World. I wish I'd paid more attention in my Humanities World History classes in college! I was also not familiar with Tracy Higley's Seven Wonders series, but I intend to seek out the first two books.Sophia is a strong, educated woman who has dedicated her life to keeping the lighthouse flame lit. Her sorrows and losses have kept her inside the lighthouse and away from the rest of the world. Her joys come from learning and the preservation of knowledge. Cleopatra was once her student. The city scholars are her family and the great library receives her patronage. When Julius Caesar invades Egypt and war erupts, Sophia's life and all she knows is threatened. When a roman soldier breaches not only the lighthouse's defenses but her own as well, Sophia's own hardened heart is forced to soften. This was a fascinating novel. It started a bit slowly for me, and it took a couple of chapters to work out all the characters, but the compelling story moves along well. It was an enjoyable, enthralling read. I look forward to not only reading the first two books, but also reading more from Tracy Higley. Her website is full of information about the book, about Alexandria and explains which aspects of the story are fiction and which are based on fact.
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Terrific Historical Fiction! Well researched!,
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This review is from: Guardian of the Flame: A Seven Wonders Novel (Paperback)
T.L. Higley's latest effort in her Seven Wonders of the World Series is an intoxicating tale of Ancient Egypt, intrigue, Cleopatra and the Lighthouse of Alexandria. This incredible author transports the reader to 48 B.C. with incredibly rich detail. Sophia is the guardian of the lighthouse at Alexandria. She is also a close friend and confidante to Queen Cleopatra. The story unfolds as Julius Caesar marches against Egypt and Cleopatra fights to keep her country.Higley's books are thoroughly robust and accurate. At least they are accurate according to the research I've done on the subject, which isn't very much. But this author completely researches her topics so that when you've finished being entertained, you've also received a history lesson! These are great books! I can't wait for the next one. I wonder which Wonder will be showcased...
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