Cleopatra’s Sister
“Cleopatra’s Sister” by Penelope Lively is a novel published by Penguin Books in 1993, featuring 281 pages in English. The story follows Howard Beamish, a detached paleontologist whose life takes an unexpected turn when his flight to Nairobi lands in Marsopolis, the capital of Callimbia. Alongside him is Lucy Faulkner, a journalist with limited knowledge of the region’s political unrest. Their chance encounter leads them into a complex web of revolution, intertwining both political and personal stakes.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of history and fate, as Howard and Lucy navigate the challenges presented by their surroundings. The book delves into the dynamics of their relationship against a backdrop of historical intrigue and contemporary issues. With elements of mystery, romance, and suspense, “Cleopatra’s Sister” offers a multifaceted look at the characters’ experiences in a world shaped by ancient legacies and modern conflicts.
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Cleopatra’s Sister is the tenth novel by Booker Prize winning author Penelope Lively.
Detached and unwordly paleontologist Howard Beamish is on a journey that is to change his life. Travelling to Nairobi, his plane is forced to land in Marsopolis, the capital of Callimbia, where Cleopatra’s sister entertained Antony. Also on the flight is Lucy Faulkner, a journalist with a sketchy knowledge of Callimbia’s political turbulence. As chance throws them together, Howard and Lucy become embroiled in a revolution that is both political and personal.
‘Every sentence is a pleasure to read’ Sunday Express
‘A fluent, funny, ultimately moving romance in which lovers share centre stage with Lively’s persuasive meditations on history and fate. . .a book of great charm with a real intellectual resonance at its core’ The New York Times Book Review
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