Archaeology student Chione has vivid dreams about the discovery of an opulent tomb. After the founder of the Institute of Archaeology learns that Chione’s dreams might be connected to events in Egypt, he accepts an offer to examine a mysterious site in the Valley of the Queens.When they discover a burial chamber, ancient spells transport Chione and her ex-boyfriend, archaeologist Aaron Ashby, … Ashby, 3,500 years into the past. There, they learn of Tutankhamon and Tauret, a priestess in Pharaoh’s Court.
Soon, Chione and Aaron discover that they have been chosen to play a crucial part in Tauret’s plan.
Praise:
★★★★★ – “If you’re a fan of Egyptian-themed reads or anything with a paranormal edge, this one is for you.”
★★★★★ – “Intensely absorbing fantasy entwined with true history.”
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After reading one of Mary Deal’s novels last year, I knew I wanted to read a few more. After checking out the list, The Ka, seemed like the most appropriate given my interest in Egyptian history, pyramids, mummies, and curses. I was definitely not disappointed; in fact, I was rather quite intrigued to learn a whole lot more about some of the …
Chione Ini-Herit has a great if somewhat unsettling ability. She is gifted with dreams that are on the clairvoyant side. Chione is an archaeologist and her gift may be just what might help her when she is headed on an archaeological project. Mary Deal takes readers not only into the tombs but adds a twist when they meet Tauret and are given a …
Sorry I can’t be more encouraging, but this book dragged on and on with the same ‘paranormal experience’ recycled over and over and that was a muddle in itself. Because the story is predominantly ‘told’ from afar rather than engaging the readers in what should have been exciting elements. I never related to the story or the characters. The …