But he blended these influences with his own individual style to produce an original work. Contemporary critics praised the more melodic style of Stratonice compared to Méhul's earlier operas, Euphrosine and Cora. The most striking part of the work is the ensemble Parlez, parlez, achevez de m'apprendre (Numbers 5, 6 and 7), which builds from a duet to a trio and finally to a quartet of the four main characters.
While drawing inspiration from various sources, Stratonice crafted an original work that was praised by contemporary critics for its melodic style, particularly in contrast to Méhul's earlier operas, Euphrosine and Cora. The most notable aspect of this piece is the ensemble "Parlez, parlez, achevez de m'apprendre" (Numbers 5, 6 and 7), which evolves from a duet to a trio and ultimately to a quartet featuring the four main characters.