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I picked this to read on my kindle for a recent trip because I love this period in history. In January, I read this book and loved it, but Livia was portrayed in a negative light in that story and I was curious to read a different perspective. Though Livia and Cleopatra were at opposite ends of the battle between Octavius and Marc Antony, I admire them both for the power they wielded and the influence they had in a time when women were usually forced into the background. It was impressive how knowledgeable Livia was when it came to the politics of Rome, but I also loved how her character was so real. She frets about her relationship with her husband, her ability to be a good mother, and the well-being of her people. This is one that I'd recommend only for those who already have an interest in Ancient Rome, as it was a fun historical-fiction read but not one that will make it on my favorites list.
Bottom Line Rating: 3/5
Title: I am Livia
Author: Phyllis T. Smith
Publisher: Lake Union Publishing, 2014
Price: $4.99
ASIN: B00EZCY0LO
Format: E-book
Source: Amazon Kindle Store
Book #21 of 2014