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The Curse of the Pharaohs

The Curse of the Pharaohs

CrimeHistorical Fiction
Pages
384
Published
1981
Language
English

Synopsis

Amelia Peabody and her husband Radcliffe Emerson return to Egypt to finish an excavation after the previous leader dies under mysterious circumstances. While locals whisper about an ancient curse, Amelia is certain a human killer is responsible. She must navigate the heat of the desert and the dangers of the tomb to find the truth before the murderer strikes again.

Prose complexity
4/10

Vibe

AdventurousFunnyAtmospheric
Rivals

Genres

Crime Historical Fiction Mystery Amateur Sleuth Gothic

About the author

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Elizabeth Peters

Elizabeth Peters was a trained Egyptologist who wrote historical mysteries, most notably the Amelia Peabody series. Her books, such as The Snake, the Crocodile, and the Dog, are known for their archaeological detail and sharp humor.

Characters

Amelia PeabodyProtagonist
Radcliffe EmersonProtagonist
All characters in The Curse of the Pharaohs