Traces
Faye Turner
By Mary Matus
If I told you I was reading a book about Alexander the Great, would
you be fascinated? If you’re not a history buff, you might just
roll your eyes. But what if I told you I was reading a book involving
political intrigue and a love triangle? Is it starting to sound interesting?
Traces: Birth of Alexander the Great Book 2: Son of the Bracelet
by Faye Turner is narrated by Daneion Pelos, a doctor who is in love
with Olympias.
Olympias is pregnant with Alexander and married to Philip. We don’t
see much of Philip, but we don’t need to. Turner lets us know of
Philip’s threat through Daneion, Olympias, and their friends as
they try to keep the tryst a secret.
The fact that we know Alexander will be born and become a great leader
doesn’t lessen the suspense of the last half of the book that focuses
on the plots against Olympias and her unborn baby. We fear for their
safety, and we feel Daneion’s desperation as he tries to find a
way to protect Olympias.
The book's details show the amount of research Turner has done. She
isn’t giving a history lesson, however. She doesn’t stop to
explain every little detail about life in ancient Greece, and it isn’t
necessary to enjoy the book.
You don’t have to be a history buff to enjoy Turner’s book,
but you may become one after reading it.
Rating: *** (Good)
Ki Eea Key Press, 2006: ISBN 978-0-9762500-3-6
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