Curse of the Pharaohs by Elizabeth Peters

Curse of the Pharaohs

Amelia Peabody #2

Elizabeth Peters

fiction historical mystery lighthearted mysterious fast-paced

312 pages | first published 1981

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When Lady Baskerville's husband Sir Henry dies after discovering what may have been an undisturbed royal tomb in Luxor, she appeals to eminent archaeologist Radcliffe Emerson and his wife Amelia to take over the excavation. Amid rumours of a curse...
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Summary of 1227 reviews

Moods

adventurous 92%
mysterious 88%
lighthearted 61%
funny 57%
relaxing 11%
informative 9%
tense 7%
challenging 2%
emotional 2%
hopeful 2%
inspiring 2%

Pace

medium 74%
fast 20%
slow 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 58% | A mix: 41%

Strong character development?

No: 72% | Yes: 17% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 87% | It's complicated: 6% | No: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 51% | Yes: 31% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 64% | It's complicated: 17% | Yes: 17%

Average rating

3.79

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