The Emperor's Babe by Bernardine Evaristo
This novel tells the story of a young Sudanese girl, Zuleika, who is married off at the age of 11 to a rich, older Roman businessman in Londinium, 211 AD. Despite the luxuries her marriage affords her, Zuleika feels trapped and yearns for real love and freedom. The narrative takes a turn when she meets and falls in love with the Roman Emperor, a relationship that brings her joy but also puts her in grave danger. The book is a vivid portrayal of ancient Rome, with its mix of cultures, and explores themes of love, freedom, and the struggles of a woman in a patriarchal society.
The 7669th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2001
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 272
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 95th on The 100 Best Books of the Decade(2000) (Times)
- The Best Novels You’ve Never Read (NY Mag)