Herod II: The World According to Antony

The year is 42 BC, and Herod governs Judaea as its administrator. The Roman general Gaius Cassius promised him a royal title, but his defeat at Philippi changes everything. A man without inhibitions, Mark Antony, comes to power, his relationship with Cleopatra shaking alliances and driving Rome into a new war. At the same time, Parthian raiders are approaching, and Herod's arch-enemy, Antigonus, covets the throne. Will Herod manage to defend the Jerusalem throne? Will he wrest the royal title from Rome? And can he finally win the heart of the beautiful Mariamne?