A review by readers_block
The Confessions of Young Nero by Margaret George

4.0

What fun this book was. I immediately reserved the next one at the library.

I whipped through this story of Nero's childhood and ascent to power. It's a pretty big book but it goes fast. I love MG's approach to fictionalizing Nero's life and reign, learning about Seneca and the others in his circle. Just a fascinating look at the absolute chaos and lifestyle of a Roman Emperor.