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Curse of the Pharaohs

second vol in series
By Elizabeth Peters
Series: Amelia Peabody
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Curse of the Pharaohs by Elizabeth Peters is a gripping Crime & Thriller novel that follows the adventures of Amelia Peabody, a determined Victorian lady with a knack for solving mysteries. When a renowned archaeologist meets an untimely death, Amelia, alongside her husband Emerson, embarks on an expedition to Egypt to unravel the truth. Their journey is filled with intrigue, danger, and secrets buried under the sands of time, blending archaeology with a classic detective story.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to mysteries mixed with historical settings, particularly ancient Egypt. With its intriguing plot, witty dialogue, and smart, bold characters, it provides a captivating blend of archaeology, adventure, and suspense that keeps readers engaged throughout.

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Curse of the Pharaohs

When Lady Baskerville's husband Sir Henry dies after discovering what may have been an undisturbed royal tomb in Luxor, she appeals to eminent archaeologist Radcliffe Emerson and his wife Amelia to take over the excavation. Amid rumours of a curse haunting all those involved with the dig, the intrepid couple proceeds to Egypt.

When Lady Baskerville's husband Sir Henry dies after discovering what may have been an undisturbed royal tomb in Luxor, she appeals to eminent archaeologist Radcliffe Emerson and his wife Amelia to take over the excavation. Amid rumours of a curse haunting all those involved with the dig, the intrepid couple proceeds to Egypt.

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Join our plucky Victorian Egyptologist, together with her devastatingly handsome and brilliant husband Radcliffe, in another exciting escapade.

When Lady Baskerville's husband, Sir Henry, dies after discovering what may have been an undisturbed royal tomb in Luxor, she appeals to eminent archaeologist Radcliffe Emerson and his wife Amelia to take over the excavation. Amid rumours of a curse haunting all those involved with the dig, the intrepid couple proceeds to Egypt, where they begin to suspect that Sir Henry did not die a natural death.

They are confident that the accidents that plague the dig are caused by a sinister human element, not a pharaoh's curse. Join them in Curse of the Pharaohs as they unravel the mystery surrounding the excavation.

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Curse of the Pharaohs by Elizabeth Peters offers engaging entertainment, blending mystery and humour. Reviewers appreciate the clever combination of an early feminist protagonist with adventurous elements, likened to Miss Marple meeting Indiana Jones. The series' popularity even leads libraries to keep these books secured due to high demand.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781845293871

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 June 2006

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Robinson Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 258g

Pages: 320

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Crime & Thriller Elizabeth Peters Fiction General Fiction Series: Amelia Peabody

About the Author

Elizabeth Peters is a prolific and successful novelist with over fifty novels to her credit. She is internationally renowned for her mystery stories, especially those featuring indomitable heroine Amelia Peabody. She lives in a historic farmhouse in Frederick, Maryland, with six cats and two dogs.

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