Nobilissima
Book description
Placidia seems destined to live in the shadow of her brother, the Emperor, until the night in 410AD when the Visigoths launch a vicious attack on Rome and she is taken hostage. Forced to march with the enemy on a perilous journey through Italy and the far reaches of the…
- Coming soon!
Why read it?
1 author picked Nobilissima as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Nobilissima swept me into a time of historical upheaval--the disintegration of the Western Roman Empire. And I watched events unfold through the eyes of a real historical figure, Placidia, sister to the outrageously incompetent Roman emperor, and an influential leader in her own right. This fast-paced, well-researched novel begins with the city of Rome encircled by Germanic invaders. Soon, Placidia is abducted by the Goths, with astonishing consequences. Bedford portrays Placidia as a warm person, loyal to her friends and followers, but also as a leader capable of making hard decisions, and I cheered for her as she steered a…
From Susan's list on women slogging through turbulent times.
Want books like Nobilissima?
Our community of 10,000+ authors has personally recommended 96 books like Nobilissima.
5 book lists we think you will like!
Interested in the Roman Empire, Rome, and ancient Rome?
10,000+ authors have recommended their favorite books and what they love about them. Browse their picks for the best books about the Roman Empire, Rome, and ancient Rome.