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booksuperpower's review
5.0
I picked this omnibus up in the Kindle store on a promotional sale. I admit I knew a great deal more about Barbara Michaels work than that of her alter ego, Elizabeth Peters. But, with several recommendations from friends I made the connection, but had no idea what to expect. I am now committed to reading this series all the way through. For the sake of time, I'm only going to summarize the first four books of the series which are featured in this omnibus.
The first book, "Crocodile on the Sandbank", sets the stage by introducing Amelia and Emerson, which is a cool romance, but theirs is a unique relationship that is not at all mushy or sentimental. There are plenty of laugh out loud moments, too, and I knew after finishing the first book I was in love the series.
The second book, "The Curse of the Pharoahs", sees Amelia and Emerson settle into married life and all that entails while they continue to work together and solve mysteries.
The third book, "The Mummy Case" was the weakest in the set, but was a nice showcase for Ramses, the Emerson's son.
The last book in this omnibus was one of the strongest. "Lion in the Valley" has a suspenseful mystery and a few surprising twists.
I believe this series can be read either by the order in which they were published or by chronological dates. So, I'll have to see which book in the series I should read next, but one this is for sure, I will most assuredly be reading this series from start to finish! 4.5
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