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The Curse of the Pharaohs (Amelia Peabody, #2)

Elizabeth Peters
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The Curse of the Pharaohs (Amelia Peabody, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010

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Elizabeth Peters

The Curse of the Pharaohs (Amelia Peabody, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

307

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Egypt • 1890s

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Curse of the Pharaohs by Elizabeth Peters follows archaeologist Amelia Peabody as she embarks on a new Egyptian excavation. Set in the early 1900s, Amelia and her husband Emerson confront danger and mystery surrounding an ancient tomb. The story blends historical intrigue with suspense.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

28,473 ratings

75%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Elizabeth Peters' The Curse of the Pharaohs is praised for its wit, engaging characters, and vivid historical setting. Reviewers enjoy the clever dialogue and the heroine’s strong personality. However, some critique the predictable plot and occasional pacing issues. Overall, it’s a delightful read for fans of historical mysteries with a touch of humor.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Curse of the Pharaohs (Amelia Peabody, #2)?

A reader who relishes The Curse of the Pharaohs by Elizabeth Peters likely enjoys historical mysteries infused with wit and strong, adventurous female protagonists. Fans of Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot series or Deanna Raybourn's Veronica Speedwell novels will find similar delight in this page-turning, archaeological whodunit.

4.3

28,473 ratings

75%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

307

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Egypt • 1890s

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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