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Testament

The new Ancient Egyptian epic from the bestselling Master of Adventure, Wilbur Smith
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Testament by Mark Chadbourn and Wilbur Smith is a gripping crime thriller that weaves together a tale of intrigue and suspense. The story centres around a deadly conspiracy that resurfaces, threatening to unravel the fabric of society. As protagonists dig deeper, they become embroiled in a dangerous race against time, revealing dark secrets and testing their moral limits.
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Testament

A brand-new Ancient Egyptian epic from the number 1 bestselling author.

A brand-new Ancient Egyptian epic from the number 1 bestselling author.

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An epic new novel of Ancient Egypt, from the Master of Historical Adventure, Wilbur Smith.

IN THE RUINS OF BATTLE
A HERO MUST RISE
FOR THE FUTURE OF EGYPT

Years of Hyksos rule have seen the ruin and suffering of a once-mighty Egypt. Though Pharaoh is now restored to his rightful throne, his power is fragile as some seek to take advantage of the ensuing chaos following the overthrowing of the Hyksos. Desperate to unite the two divided kingdoms of Egypt under Pharaoh's rule, the great mage Taita sends his protΓ©gΓ©, Piay, to discover the answer to a millennia-old riddle which has the power to secure the fate of Egypt forever.

But in the chaos of war, a dark evil has thrived. Malevolent followers of Seth, the god of chaos, are determined to claim this power to serve their own interests, which would set Egypt along a dark path.

With the fate of Egypt at stake, Piay races across the desert chasing the clues from the riddle. Can he prevent their beloved land falling into the hands of those who would see its ruin?

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Testament by Mark Chadbourn and Wilbur Smith has received praise for its compelling storytelling and exhilarating adventure style. Celebrated for his historical narratives, Wilbur Smith is regarded as a masterful storyteller and a benchmark in the crime and thriller genre. The book's gripping plot and captivating prose have impressed readers, offering a thrilling reading experience.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781838776350

Publisher: Zaffre

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 31 August 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Zaffre

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 44.0mm

Width: 164.0mm

Height: 242.0mm

Weight: 696g

Pages: 464

About the Author

Wilbur Smith (Author)
Wilbur Smith was born in Central Africa in 1933. He became a full-time writer in 1964 following the success of When the Lion Feeds, and has since published over fifty global bestsellers, including the Courtney Series, the Ballantyne Series, the Egyptian Series, the Hector Cross Series and many successful standalone novels, all meticulously researched on his numerous expeditions worldwide. An international phenomenon, his readership built up over fifty-five years of writing, establishing him as one of the most successful and impressive brand authors in the world.

The establishment of the Wilbur & Niso Smith Foundation in 2015 cemented Wilbur's passion for empowering writers, promoting literacy and advancing adventure writing as a genre. The foundation's flagship programme is the Wilbur Smith Adventure Writing Prize.

Wilbur Smith passed away peacefully at home in 2021 with his wife, Niso, by his side, leaving behind him a rich treasure trove of novels and stories that will delight readers for years to come. For all the latest information on Wilbur Smith's writing visit www.wilbursmithbooks.com or facebook.com/WilburSmith

Mark Chadbourn (Author)
Mark Chadbourn is a Sunday Times bestselling author of historical fiction novels about the Anglo-Saxon warrior Hereward, published under his pseudonym James Wilde. His Age of Misrule books, under his own name, have been translated into many languages. As a screenwriter, he's written for the BBC and is currently developing a series for Lionsgate and several of the streaming networks. He began his career as a journalist reporting from the world's hotspots.

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