The Golden One

Pages: 512
Published: 2002
Language: English

In 1917, Amelia Peabody and her family return to Egypt despite the dangers of the Great War. Their excavation plans are quickly derailed by a fresh corpse in a looted tomb and a mysterious figure threatening the clan. While Amelia hunts for a killer, her son Ramses is pulled back into the world of espionage for a mission he cannot refuse.

Prose complexity: 7/10

Adventurous Funny Atmospheric

Family Saga Secret Identity Found Family

Crime Historical Fiction Mystery Spy World War I Amateur Sleuth Political Thriller

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.