Books like The ape who guards the balance by Elizabeth Peters
When renowned Egyptologist Amelia Peabody arrives at the Valley of the Kings in 1907, she and her trusted crew uncover a web of intrigue surrounding buried riches, ancient cult rituals, and relentless theft. A cunning murderer—known as the Ape—menaces the expedition, determined to claim the spoils and eliminate anyone who stands in his way. As the dig deepens, Peabody must navigate treacherous politics, prioritize the preservation of antiquities, and outwit a remorseless killer before history—and her life—unravel.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Historical Mystery
Authors: Elizabeth Peters
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