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The Curse of the Pharaohs: An Amelia Peabody Mystery Audiobook
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Victorian gentlewoman Amelia Peabody Emerson and her archaeologist husband are busy raising their young son; yet Amelia dreams only of the dust and detritus of ancient civilizations. Happily, circumstances are about to demand their immediate presence in Egypt. Sir Henry Baskerville had just discovered a tomb in Luxor when he promptly died under bizarre circumstances. The tabloids scream of “the Curse of the Pharaohs!”
Amelia and her husband arrive to find the camp in disarray and the workers terrified. A ghost even appears. It is not at all what Amelia considers an atmosphere conducive to scientific discovery. Thus the indomitable Victorian sets about bringing order to chaos—and herself close to danger. How Amelia triumphs over evil and those who would stand between her and her beloved antiquities makes for a delightfully spirited adventure.
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"I picked up this book for about $0.20 at a used book sale, after re-reading "The Murders of Richard III" by Peters. I got way more then my money's worth. This sparked a furor in me to find and read all of the Amelia Peabody mysteries and other books by the author. It's a delightful combination of historical fiction and mystery with a whole lot of really enjoyable characters. Great summer read, or anytime really,"
— Lauren (4 out of 5 stars)
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“Grand views of Egyptian antiquities…a sparkling series.”
— New York Times Book Review -
“One of the best [in the series]…A fun book.”
— USA Today -
“The doughtiest, smartest, most appealing female protagonist in mystery fiction.”
— Aaron Elkins, author of Make No Bones -
“[A] delicious mystery-adventure…Peters is at her giddy best here, complete with solid archaeological backgrounds, independent-spirited heroine, and inexhaustible high spirits. So, for mystery-comedy fans: an all-frills period charmer.”
— Kirkus Reviews
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Bridget Risemberg, 5/24/2017
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" Mystery wasn't as interesting as the first book, but enjoyed the antics surrounding the Emerson's relationship. "
— Kris, 2/20/2014 -
" aaahhh!! Ramses came into my life...I love him to pieces!! "
— Susie, 2/2/2014 -
" Amusing, enjoyed the early marriage banter and competiveness. The who did it was too easy to guess even for Amelia and Emerson, this was more of how and why. "
— Marita, 2/1/2014 -
" I thought this book started out a little slow and didn't pick up until right at the end. "
— Rachel, 1/24/2014 -
" The characters in Elizabeth Peters books are just wonderful. Each character has a tenacious and colorful personality which adds true vigor & vitality to each & every story by this author. LOVE THEM. If you like Indiana Jones, you will LOVE these books. "
— Carrie, 1/14/2014 -
" This was an entertaining mystery with plenty of twists to keep me guessing. It did strike me as rather verbose. My guess is they may be less wordy further into the series as it has continued quite some time. "
— Tabitha, 1/12/2014 -
" I don't know what makes these books better - the delightfully well-written characters or the excellent narration. Either way, they're enjoyable to listen to. "
— Rochelle, 1/11/2014 -
" Historical mystery. Very character driven. Witty, strong female narrator. "
— Jenn, 1/10/2014 -
" Revisiting Amelia & Co is wonderful, especially on audio with Barbara Rosenblatt's narration. This 2nd in the series introduces several characters who reappear later including Cyrus, Bastet & Kevin, and stars one of my favorite villains and murder methods. "
— Kate, 1/7/2014 -
" This second book in the Amelia Peabody series is another nice read. The mystery is unexceptional, but the writing is smooth and Amelia's attitude is great fun. I'm looking forward to little Ramses joining Amelia & Emerson on their next adventure. "
— Jamie, 1/2/2014 -
" Thoroughly enjoyed this book. A light-hearted puzzle delivered with dry wit. "
— Carla, 12/26/2013 -
" always enjoy these books. ready for the next one! "
— Rebecca, 12/4/2013 -
" I have found a new book series to read from start to finish. Peabody!!! "
— Pegi, 11/29/2013 -
" A wonderful follow-up to Crocodile on the Sandbank "
— Russamun82, 11/3/2013 -
" Second entry in Elizabeth Peter's Amelia Peabody series, which again sees the Victorian archaeologist - now married, and with a young kid - again back in Egypt, and again faced with a (seemingly) supernatural foe. "
— David, 4/17/2013 -
" I absolutely ADORE this series. I think there are 18 books in this series and I want to read all of them. :D "
— Vi, 2/25/2013 -
" Just not quite as good as the first book. I hope the next one is better. "
— Darin, 11/30/2012 -
" ditto (a crocodile on the sandbank "
— Dian, 6/10/2012 -
" I had a harder time keeping track of the characters in this book - it was not as interesting to me in terms of Egyptian archaeology or mystery. Even the romance/wars between Amelia and her husband was a little off. I think I will go back to reading some of the more recent works by Peters. "
— Kerensa, 6/2/2012 -
" Another fun adventure with Amelia Peabody. Once again I thoroughly enjoyed the trip. "
— pdarnold, 1/18/2012 -
" I'm loving this series. I like the dynamic relationship between Emerson and Peabody although I think Ramses is a bit obnoxious. Bastet adds to the flavor of the book and the setting - how can you go wrong with Egyptology as the background! "
— Jeanine, 12/31/2011 -
" I've heard this a million times via audiobook on road trips. "
— Brittany, 9/7/2011 -
" I think it is a well written book with a great storyline. I liked it much better than the first one because she had a better handle on the characters which is to be expected. One again a great plot and memorable characters. "
— Clifton, 8/21/2011 -
" Just love the narrator on this one, she does the voices so well and the main character, Amelia Peabody is just a joy! "
— Artfulori, 5/14/2011 -
" The books just get better. "
— Saralee, 5/4/2011 -
" Very good, keeps you reading. I love her humour too. "
— Carine, 4/17/2011 -
" I think it is a well written book with a great storyline. I liked it much better than the first one because she had a better handle on the characters which is to be expected. One again a great plot and memorable characters. "
— Clifton, 3/29/2011 -
" I really enjoy these books the author has created very likeable majn characters and has a very dry sense of humour that comes accross really well in the writing "
— Yorky, 3/28/2011 -
" Good fun, although I think the best prose involves Ramses .... "
— Tiffany, 3/8/2011 -
" Mystery wasn't as interesting as the first book, but enjoyed the antics surrounding the Emerson's relationship. "
— Kris, 2/27/2011 -
" The second book in the Amelia Peabody series. We visited the Valley of the Kings shortly after I finished this and much of the geography rings true. It's an amusing, quick read.... "
— Carrol, 1/26/2011
About Elizabeth Peters
Elizabeth Peters (1927–2013) was a pen name of Barbara Mertz, who earned her PhD in Egyptology from the University of Chicago’s famed Oriental Institute. Over the course of her fifty-year career she wrote more than seventy mystery and suspense novels and three nonfiction books on Egypt, of which many were New York Times bestsellers. She was the recipient of numerous writing awards, including grandmaster and lifetime achievement awards from the Mystery Writers of America, Malice Domestic, and Bouchercon. In 2012 she was given the first Amelia Peabody Award, created in her honor and named after her major fictional character, at the Malice Domestic convention. She also wrote books under the names Barbara Mertz and Barbara Michaels.
About Susan O’Malley
Susan O’Malley (a.k.a. Bernadette Dunne) is the winner of numerous AudioFile Earphones Awards and has twice been nominated for the prestigious Audie Award. She studied at the Royal National Theatre in London and the Studio Theater in Washington, DC, and has appeared at the Kennedy Center and off Broadway. She lives in Brooklyn, New York.