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jacki_f's review against another edition
4.0
This was written in 1995, but feels older. It's a pleasing, very traditional style murder mystery set under the rule of Tutankhamen.
lakecake's review against another edition
4.0
Excellent. A great mystery all on its own, but it combines details of living in ancient Egypt in general with many facts about King Tutankhamen, one of the most famous pharaohs of all time. If you love ancient Egypt and mysteries, including the series starring Amelia Peabody (different author, different time period, same flavor) you'll love this series.
cmbohn's review against another edition
3.0
Just what I needed to distract me after sending my daughter off to camp. I really liked the main character, Meren. He had an interesting story. But I have to say that I found it the book a bit confusing at times--too much going on, what with invading Hittites, foreign prices, intrigue at the palace and a separate intrigue at the temple. Too many characters.
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michelleful's review against another edition
3.0
A bit complicated and too crammed with court intrigue for my taste, rather than a straightforward mystery. I like the background, but there were a few too many characters in play.
smg's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
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