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Join spunky Amelia and her charming family for a thrilling new archaeological adventure in Edwardian Egypt. Even on the joyous occasion of the marriage of their Egyptian "son" David to their beloved niece Lia, trouble finds Amelia and hunky hubby Emerson. And this time it is personal. In London, someone impersonating David is peddling high-quality fake antiquities, and soon the Emerson-Peabody home is burglarized. Once in Egypt, trouble only escalates as Amelia becomes a shooter's target, her son Ramses is implicated in a paternity scandal, and an American girl is found dead in the shaft of the pyramid they are excavating. When the family's impetuous ward Nefret disappears and comes back married, it takes all of their upper-crust British restraint to keep familial relations civil. Grand Master Elizabeth Peters once again delivers the delectable goods we have come to expect: beloved characters, an intriguing mystery, and alluring settings among the ruins. Romance and danger heighten the excitement, as does Barbara Rosenblat's narration, which is nothing short of perfection.
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"It's so nice to find easy, quick reads that still have brains. Unlike most chick lit (read: Twilight series, romance novels in general, Sarah Dessen etc) this book had an excellent and unique style, an engaging plot and strong characters. Amelia is witty, a strong woman and her voice (while clearly biased) is hers alone. The switch between Ramses anecdotes and Nefret's letters is flawlessly done and reads like excellent continuations of plot instead of interruptions in the main narrative. My only complaint is that it was a bit hard to keep track of all the names being thrown around, but that could be because this (#11 in the series) was the first that I read. Altogether a fantastic read =]."
— Sarah (5 out of 5 stars)
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“Peters’ story is—as always—modern, believable, and exciting.”
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“Barbara Rosenblat is Emerson, Peabody, Nefret and Ramses, and they are each so distinct that the listener may believe in multiple personalities.”
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“Well-realized time and place [and] interesting, lively characters.”
— Kirkus Reviews -
“Details of the dig hold attention as always, but it’s the way Peters mines the previous books for personal history that makes this adventure such a standout. Especially intriguing is the way Peabody’s treacherous nephew Percy is brought to the forefront. The ramifications of his actions set up what will surely be the next book, which readers will await with justifiable anticipation.”
— Booklist
The Falcon at the Portal Listener Reviews
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Diana Helms, 9/22/2015
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" I love the Peabody books, and I'm a sucker for the sequence featuring the grown-up Ramses in unrequited love...so there's no way I could give it less than five stars. *sigh* "
— Ainsley, 2/19/2014 -
" I am torn in reviewing this book. I liked the history of what was going on in Egypt as World War was about to break out. But the main mystery wasn't engaging. The biggest reason to read this story was the build up of Nefret and Ramses. Their, will they/won't they relationship takes such an annoying turn I might have taken away a star except that the ending made me instantly start the next novel. "
— Kaye, 2/15/2014 -
" Elizabeth Peters in The Falcon at the Portal, have a good start with satisfactory amount of action and movement, she also had done her homework for regaining the atmosphere of Egypt from a century as seen in the eyes of non Egyptians, but in total the story is page turner. I only seen that although she is making a mystery based on the archeology of old Egyptian history, she doesn't speak on the real history of those dynasties and pharos she deals with them. I know the author is the master of his work, but, some people know little about the truth of those great kings. "
— Ahmed, 2/15/2014 -
" The thing I like best about Elizabeth Peters' books is when the twists in the plot come along, they are completely believable. And, if you are paying attention, you will surely come to the same conclusions as the characters and solve the mystery along with them. "
— FranMag, 2/8/2014 -
" I go back and forth over whether or not I loved this book. Certainly it was the most exciting of the series up until that time. Originally, this book and the one that follows it were intended to be one book, and are part of a set plotted out at the same time. They are an excellent example of how all the craft in the world can't match inspiration in the hands of a skilled author. It's clear that she suddenly had a burst of enthusiasm for her long-running series. Still, I think I would have preferred #11 and #12 be kept as one book, as I was very disappointed not to have a happy ending. "
— Lisa, 2/4/2014 -
" Really enjoyed it second time around! One of my favorites even if Nefret bugs me. I like her only because Ramses is in love with her and anything Ramses loves, I love. Unfortunately I would merely be one of the many forgettable girls who fall head over heels for Ramses and not his Nur Misur. "
— Mary, 1/2/2014 -
" Okay...good story but MAJOR CLIFFHANGER - I had to come home and immediately download the next in the series to start listening to...I NEED CLOSURE!!!!! "
— Lynn, 12/21/2013 -
" This book broke my heart. I'm sorry Nefret, things will never be the same for us. "
— Katie, 11/27/2013 -
" Want to slap Nefret in this one. "
— Mayakda, 11/14/2013 -
" Another Amelia Peabody adventure. Consistently entertaining. "
— Carolyn, 11/11/2013 -
" I really do enjoy these books, especially in audiobook form, which, alas this one was not, but hopefully the rest will be! "
— Emily, 11/9/2013 -
" I read this a while back when my kids were little. I never read books twice but I mistakenly got this at a second hand store and I'm enjoying it more now that I am not falling asleep while reading. "
— Lynne, 9/17/2013 -
" Really should be 2 1/2 stars but will still probably read the next one. "
— Cynthiaj, 5/29/2013 -
" #11 in the series, and of course it contains one of my favorite (love) scenes "
— Tania, 1/27/2013 -
" This is my favorite of the Amelia Peabody books by far! Can't wait to pick up the next one! "
— Anne, 1/3/2013 -
" This book was painful, but also very, very good. It has to be read in conjunction with the next in the series or it is just way too painful. "
— Kimberly, 7/22/2012 -
" It was written well but I was soo mad a some characters descision that I couldn't like the book. "
— Jennifer, 6/11/2012 -
" This is a wonderful series set in Egypt. If you love a little Egypt mixed in with some mystery and suspense, then this is the series for you. "
— TeresaFL, 5/4/2012 -
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MommaH, 11/10/2011
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" A mid-series book with lots of "setting up" for big payoffs to come. As usual, the audio with Barbara Rosenblatt masterfully narrating was a pleasure and a joy for me to listen to. "
— Jenifer, 8/30/2011 -
" I gave this one four stars even though it ended rather sadly and one of the characters was downright stupid in order to serve the plot. I still love the antics of the Emersons and their large and varied family. "
— April, 7/1/2011 -
" Not my favorite Amelia Peabody book but contains one of my all time favorite scenes. "
— Jenn, 6/18/2011 -
" page-turning, tear jerking leaves many issues unresolved, must get next one soon "
— Helen, 3/31/2011 -
" A bit slow to get into the first 50-75 pages. After that very fast paced, highly enjoyable. These characters are always enjoyable to read about and I've loved getting to know them over the series. Classic, well thought out entertaining mystery with a touch of history. "
— Lauren, 3/4/2011 -
" This was my 1st E. Peters mystery. Loved the humor and the style. Need to go back and read them in order. Lots of fun, plus Egypt and archeology, some of my passions. "
— Rissi, 12/26/2010 -
" One of my favorite Peabody books. Lots of emotional tension, mystery, culture and good old friends. Makes me want for more! "
— Marita, 10/8/2010 -
" This is the a surprising book in the series. A lot of things happen that do not fit the pattern of the other books. Truly there are major changes here. I loved it. <br/><br/>Rames will never be the same. "
— William, 8/20/2010 -
" Couldn't put it down. Love the evolution of Ramses's character in her books. "
— Andrea, 8/12/2010 -
" SPOILER ALERT (to some extent) <br/> <br/>If Ramses and Nefret aren't married by the end of the next book I'm going to write a letter of protest... "
— Erin, 8/2/2010
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 Barbara Rosenblat
Barbara Rosenblat, one of the most awarded narrators in the business, was selected by AudioFile magazine as one of the Golden Voices of the Twentieth Century. She has received the prestigious Audie Award multiple times and has earned more than fifty AudioFile Earphones Awards. She has also appeared in film, television, and theater, both in London’s West End and on Broadway.