I always struggle with historical fiction because it can be hard for me to determine what was actual vs editorialized. If it mostly follows known timelines and events I would read it though
It follows several known historical people and doesn’t seem to invent any major events as far as I can see, but I’m not an expert. It’s certainly less fictional than any movies or series I’ve seen about that period.
If you’re looking for historical fiction, check out Robert Harris’ “Imperium” trilogy focusing on Cicero.
How fictional is it?
I always struggle with historical fiction because it can be hard for me to determine what was actual vs editorialized. If it mostly follows known timelines and events I would read it though
It follows several known historical people and doesn’t seem to invent any major events as far as I can see, but I’m not an expert. It’s certainly less fictional than any movies or series I’ve seen about that period.
Cool, that sounds like something I would like then