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Once again, Elizabeth Peters has succeeded into drawing the Reader into Amelia Peabody Emerson's world. Using every skill at her disposal, Ms Peters leads the Reader into the events of 1928 in an Egypt that is experiencing political upheaval. In addition to the mystique that surrounds the Emersons, there is excitement afoot as Emerson finds a step leading down to an undiscovered tomb. Because of his position in the Valley, and because of the circumstances under which he is allowed there, Emerson is unable to excavate the tomb and finds himself sitting on the sidelines as Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon uncover the greatest discovery in all of Egypt -- the almost intact tomb of Tutankhamun. This book is very well written, most entertaining, and of the quality that we have come to expect from Elizabeth Peters. She brings the ancient past to life with a quiet dignity, as well as representing the recent past with fairness and integrity. She writes in a style that is not found often today. She assumes her Reader to be a person of intelligence, and treats her accordingly. This is no quick "read this novel in an hour" book. This is a verbal feast to be savoured and enjoyed, to be read again at another date with just as much pleasure as the first reading. Ms Peters' background as an Egyptologist serves her well as she writes about a subject dear to her heart. Her characters are not only very believable, but also endearing. By the time I finished this book, the last in the series at this time, I feel as if I have come to know the Emersons and their friends and family quite well. I was saddened to finish the book, knowing that it will be a while before the next book is released. I am not sure how I will spend my late evenings now that my adventure with Amelia has come to an end. Perhaps I will begin the series over again!Read full review
I bought the books because it is a complete set in a series that I would love to own and revisit from time to time. Well written and funny with intrigue and mystery to entertain. These books are fiction but they also teach about and interesting period in history. Just a great mix!
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