Histria Books is pleased to announce the release of Macedonian Sun by Eric Pope. This novel is published by Histria Fiction, an imprint of Histria Books dedicated to outstanding original works of fiction.
Macedonian Sun offers a vivid reimagining of the life and legacy of King Philip II of Macedonia, the ambitious ruler whose rise from political hostage to commanding general set the stage for the empire his son, Alexander the Great, would inherit. Philip defied the odds to unite the Greek city-states, build a formidable military machine, and transform a fragile kingdom into the dominant power of the ancient world. By the time of his assassination in 336 BCE, he was the most powerful man in Greece and poised to invade Persia.
Yet behind the victories lay bitter rivalries, family betrayals, and personal secrets that threatened his rule. Told through the eyes of those who knew him best, Macedonian Sun blends political intrigue with human drama, capturing both the ruthless ambition and vulnerable humanity of one of history’s most overlooked figures. With its rich storytelling and historical detail, it is a compelling read for anyone who enjoys historical fiction, tales of power and legacy, and fresh perspectives on the figures who shaped the ancient world.
Eric Pope is the author of Granite Kingdom, a historical novel set in 1910 in the northern Vermont town where he and his wife Karen ran a weekly newspaper for ten years. Eric was a writer and editor for daily and weekly newspapers and magazines before moving into university marketing. He and Karen live in Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan. They have three children and five grandchildren.
