The Assassins of Isis (Amerotke Mysteries, Book 5)

Review Praise for Paul Doherty's other novels: 'I really like these medieval whodunnits ― BooksellerA romping good read ― Time OutHistorically informative, excellently plotted and, as ever, superbly entertaining ― CADS 20This rich tale ... seeps authenticity and is written with wonderfully efficient style. A gem of an historical thriller ― Huddersfield Daily Examiner Product Description Somewhere deep in the desert, the location of Rahimere's tomb has long been kept a closely guarded secret. But now, the Sebaus - a sect taking its name from demons - has plundered and pillaged the sepulchre for its most powerful treasure.The fiery Pharaoh Queen Hatusu must fight to protect the tombs of her kin and tighten her grip on the collar of Egypt. But when Egypt's great military hero, General Suten, is bitten to death by a swarm of venomous vipers, it appears events have spiralled out of her control.Meanwhile, a dark shadow lies across the peaceful Temple of Isis; four of the temple handmaids have vanished without trace. Will Lord Amerotke, Pharaoh's Chief Judge, find that the perpetrators are in league with forces beyond his jurisdiction? Book Description The spine-tingling fifth novel in Paul Doherty's Egyptian series featuring Judge Amerotke About the Author Paul Doherty was born in Middlesbrough. He studied History at Liverpool and Oxford Universities and obtained a doctorate for his thesis on Edward II and Queen Isabella. He is now headmaster of a school in north-east London and lives with his family in Essex.