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After two eminent archaeologists die under mysterious circumstances, Judith Osmond suspects the ancient curse of the Pharaohs may be real. Overnight her world changes: she inherits a dangerous legacy, finds herself drawn to the handsome young archaeologist Tybalt, and accepts a marriage proposal. But when Tybalt plans a honeymoon amid the tombs, the curse seems to return. The novel blends suspense, romance, and historical intrigue as Judith confronts death, misfortune, and the chilling legacy of the kings.
First publish date: 1973
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Victoria Holt
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