First published 2017
Lucius, a curious young man, delves into the arcane arts and becomes entangled in a world of sorcery. As he explores the mysteries of the supernatural, he encounters the goddess Isis and is drawn into her sacred rituals. But when his curiosity leads him astray, Lucius must navigate a treacherous path of transformation, facing the consequences of his magical misadventures. In this captivating tale, Apuleius weaves a tapestry of ancient magic, divine intervention, and the human search for meaning.
Genres: historical-fiction, fantasy, magic, ancient
Vibes: atmospheric, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: divine-intervention, transformation
Setting: Africa
Period: Ancient
448 pages · Hardcover · Harvard University Press