A review by sheae
I, Claudius, by Robert Graves

5.0

I, Claudius is a stunning work of historical fiction. It follows the life of Claudius - the grandson of Livia who was married to Caesar Augustus - before he becomes emperor of Rome himself. The writing is dense but fast-paced. The book is narrated from the perspective of Claudius, whose life is a combination of sheer luck, dark humor, and clever wit. I really can't praise the book enough. For me, it is a gold standard when it comes to historical fiction. If you enjoy history (Roman especially!) or just a drama to rival Game of Thrones, this book is for you!