The Egyptian queen Cleopatra and the Roman military leader Mark Antony had three children: twins Alexander and Selene, as well as little Ptolemy. After the death of their parents, the orphans in chains were sent to Rome to participate in the triumph of the young emperor Octavian Augustus. They would live under the most magnificent (and most dangerous) courtyard in the history of mankind. But life in this golden cage will be full not only of severe trials and hardships, but also of true, bright love. Under the patronage of Octavia, the emperor's sister, Selena and her brother together will make a dangerous journey from childhood to the world of adults. From the author of the world bestseller "Nefertiti".