The Hippopotamus Pool by Barbara Mertz, Elizabeth Peters

400 pages first pub 1996 (editions)

fiction historical mystery mysterious medium-paced

Description

Amelia, her husband Emerson, their 13-year-old son Ramses, and their beautiful ward Nefret return to Egypt for an exciting excavation. The dig is at an undisturbed Royal Tomb, a true find--and an irresistible temptation for art thieves, jealous co...

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Community Reviews Summary of 590 reviews

Moods

adventurous 90%
mysterious 90%
funny 27%
informative 18%
lighthearted 18%
emotional 9%
tense 9%

Pace

medium 60%
fast 40%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 55% | Plot: 44%

Strong character development?

No: 44% | Yes: 44% | N/A: 11%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 75% | No: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 25%

Average rating

3.93

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