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Amelia Peabody

Amelia Peabody

Ongoing series · 22 books

About this series

Join Amelia Peabody, a Victorian Egyptologist, as she solves mysteries amidst ancient ruins. This historical mystery series blends archaeological adventure, crime, and romance with a witty tone. Follow Amelia and her family through a series of suspenseful investigations across Egypt.

Books

Book cover of Crocodile on the sandbank
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Crocodile on the sandbank

Elizabeth Peters

Book cover of The Curse of the Pharaohs
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The Curse of the Pharaohs

Elizabeth Peters

Book cover of The mummy case
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The mummy case

Elizabeth Peters

Book cover of Lion in the valley
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Lion in the valley

Elizabeth Peters

Book cover of The deeds of the disturber
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The deeds of the disturber

Elizabeth Peters

Book cover of The Last Camel Died at Noon
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The Last Camel Died at Noon

Elizabeth Peters

Book cover of The snake, the crocodile, and the dog
#7

The snake, the crocodile, and the dog

Elizabeth Peters

Book cover of The hippopotamus pool
#8

The hippopotamus pool

Elizabeth Peters

Book cover of Seeing a large cat
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Seeing a large cat

Elizabeth Peters

Book cover of The ape who guards the balance
#10

The ape who guards the balance

Elizabeth Peters

Book cover of The falcon at the portal
#11

The falcon at the portal

Elizabeth Peters

Book cover of He shall thunder in the sky
#12

He shall thunder in the sky

Elizabeth Peters

Book cover of Lord of the silent
#13

Lord of the silent

Elizabeth Peters

Book cover of The Golden One
#14

The Golden One

Elizabeth Peters

Book cover of Children of the storm
#15

Children of the storm

Elizabeth Peters

Kitty Rainbow Trilogy #2
Book cover of Guardian of the horizon
#16

Guardian of the horizon

Elizabeth Peters

Book cover of The serpent on the crown
#17

The serpent on the crown

Elizabeth Peters

Book cover of Tomb of the Golden Bird
#18

Tomb of the Golden Bird

Elizabeth Peters

Book cover of A River in the Sky
#19

A River in the Sky

Elizabeth Peters

Book cover of The Painted Queen
#20

The Painted Queen

Elizabeth Peters

Book cover of Ellery Queen's Mystery Magazine November/December 2021 Vol. 158 No. 5 & 6 Whole Nos. 962 & 963

Ellery Queen's Mystery Magazine November/December 2021 Vol. 158 No. 5 & 6 Whole Nos. 962 & 963

Book cover of Three Complete Amelia Peabody Mysteries: Crocodile On The Sandbank, The Curse Of The Pharaohs, The Mummy Case

Three Complete Amelia Peabody Mysteries: Crocodile On The Sandbank, The Curse Of The Pharaohs, The Mummy Case

Elizabeth Peters

Authors

Frequently asked questions

  • What is the correct reading order for the Amelia Peabody series?

    The books in the Amelia Peabody series are best read in publication order to follow the chronological development of the characters and their family. While each book presents a self-contained mystery, the overarching narrative of Amelia's life and relationships builds throughout the series.

  • Are there any TV or film adaptations of the Amelia Peabody series?

    The Amelia Peabody series has not been adapted into a film or television series. The stories remain exclusively in their original book format.

  • How does the Amelia Peabody series evolve over time?

    As the series progresses, Amelia and Radcliffe's son, Ramses, grows up and becomes an integral part of the archaeological expeditions and mystery-solving. The family dynamics and the roles of various recurring characters deepen with each installment.

  • Are the Amelia Peabody books historically accurate?

    The Amelia Peabody series is known for its historical detail. It incorporates real archaeological practices and historical figures of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The author conducted extensive research to ensure accuracy in the settings and cultural context.