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Oct 03, 2018bibliosara rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
A new favorite series! Amelia Peabody is a quirky young heiress living in Victorian England determined to live a life of adventure as an old maid. But first, she needs a traveling companion, and Evelyn fits the bill. So off the two women go down the Nile, seeking adventure and finding more than they bargained for. Crossing paths with a handsome - and infuriating - pair of brothers is only the beginning for Amelia and Evelyn. Elizabeth Peters weaves a tale of intrigue, humor, and a touch of romance in this Victorian-era mystery featuring a fierce 'spinster', a hard-headed archaeologist, an English lady with a flair for martyrdom, and more colorful characters as they find themselves the targets of a vengeful mummy.