Author of 84 books including crocodile on the sandbank. Egypt, 1912amelia peabody and her dashing archeologist husband, radcliffe emerson, are once again in danger as they search for a priceless, stolen bust of legendary queen nefertiti and amelia finds herself the target of assassins in this longawaited, eagerly anticipated final installment of elizabeth peters bestselling, beloved mystery series. Elizabeth peters books list of books by author elizabeth. Download and read online for free ebooks written by elizabeth peters. The protagonist, amelia peabody, is an egyptologist. To keep up with book riot on a daily basis, follow us on twitter, like us on. We sell great books at great prices with super fast shipping.
Books by elizabeth peters authors like elizabeth peters what. Mertz 1927 20 studied at the oriental institute of the university of chicago, receiving an m. Last week, barbara mertz, better known as author elizabeth petersbarbara michaels, died after a decadeplus battle with cancer. The amelia peabody is a series of historical mystery novels by american novelist elizabeth peters.
She received numerous writing awards and, in 2012, was given the first amelia peabody award, created in her honor. In 1952, she received a phd in egyptology from the university of chicago. The emersons are all over the place finding villians and egyptian treasures. Born and brought up in illinois, she earned her phd in egyptology from the university of chicago. One, it features the only appearance of john tregarth outside the vicky bliss novels, which pulls it into the same continuity as that. The amelia peabody mystery series in order elizabeth peters. Elizabeth peters, whose new york times bestselling novels are often set against historical backdrops, earned a ph. Elizabeth peters paperback books for sale in stock ebay. Elizabeth peters skip to main search results amazon prime. I really enjoyed elizabeth peters stand alone books and the vicki bliss series but i. All the usual old friends, family, and bad guys show up. Bestselling author peters brings back 19thcentury egyptologist amelia peabody and her entourage in a delicious caper that digs up mystery in the shadow of the. The amelia peabody series began in 1975 with crocodile on the sandbank.
When youve run out of elizabeth peters amelia peabody books her royal spyness rhys bowen. The extraordinary elizabeth peters raises exotic intrigue to a new level with he shall thunder in the sky. The elizabeth peters books in order mostly focus on the authors popular amelia peabody series, maybe the most popular author of archaeological mysteries ever written. Elizabeth peters was one of the pseudonyms of american author barbara mertz, which she used from 1968 until her death in 20. Readalikes for elizabeth peters if you like elizabeth. The amelia peabody series is a collection of nineteen historical mystery novels all engendered by egyptologist barbara mertz under the pen name elizabeth peters. As the tides of war rise, egypt is threatened by attacks. Elizabeth peters books list of books by author elizabeth peters. Author biography interview books by this author readalikes. Handpicked recommendations to authors who have a similar writing style to elizabeth peters. The serpent on the crown elizabeth peters hardcover wdust jacket 1st edition. Books by elizabeth peters author of crocodile on the.
In her bestselling amelia peabody mysteries, author elizabeth peters has created an awardwinning mixture of vivid archeological detail, finelytuned suspense, and witty romance. Born and brought up in illinois, she earned her ph. I really enjoyed elizabeth peters stand alone books and the vicki bliss. This, the 12th amelia peabody mystery, opens in 1914. Readalikes are suggestions for readers who enjoy the works of a particular author and would like to have recommendations of other authors that write in a similar style or genre. During her fiftyyear career, she wrote more than seventy novels and three nonfiction books on egypt. I like a romance as part of a mystery but i want mostly mystery and i. Below is a list of elizabeth peters amelia peabody books in order of when they were originally released as well as in chronological order. Books by elizabeth peters authors like elizabeth peters what should i read next register for free to build your own book lists. If you like elizabeth peters vicky bliss books, youll probably also like kasey michaels maggie series, starting with maggie needs an alibi. If you liked the crocodile on the sandbank by elizabeth peters, here are some books like this. I loved reading the whole amelia peabody series in order, i got enthralled by the very first book, crocodile on the sandbank written by elizabeth peters, and then read every consecutive novel until the last one, the 19th in the series called a river in the sky elizabeth peters real name barbara mertz intended to continue the amelia peabody series, however, she passed away in august 20. She is best known for her amelia peabody series, in addition to her vicky bliss series.
Elizabeth peters books list of books by elizabeth peters. Elizabeth peters gets it right and the golden one is right at the top of her best style of writing. Sadly the british author passed away a few years ago, in august 20, however, she left behind a powerful legacy that is difficult to top. Books by elizabeth peters authors like elizabeth peters. Books by elizabeth peters author of crocodile on the sandbank. A guide to cozy mystery and other favorite books, movies, and tv. The complete series list for an amelia peabody mystery elizabeth peters. If you liked guardian of the horizon by elizabeth peters, here are some books like this.
The amelia peabody mystery series in order elizabeth. Aug, 20 last week, barbara mertz, better known as author elizabeth petersbarbara michaels, died after a decadeplus battle with cancer. If you have never before experienced amelia and her singular clan, prepare to be enthralled by the droll wit, the richly evoked locale, and a story that twists sensuously and mysteriously like an asp writhing beneath the desert sun. Its not one of my favorites of hers, though it does have three distinctions that make it stand out in my mind. Elizabeth peters was born and brought up in illinois and earned her ph. While she was best known for her mystery and suspense novels, in the 1960s she authored two books on ancient egypt, both of which have. Born in england to a wealthy family, amelia leaves to travel around the world. Elizabeth peters books in order amelia peabody series. Elizabeth peters books, ebooks, audiobooks, biography. The amelia peabody series is a series of twenty historical mystery novels and one nonfiction companion volume written by egyptologist barbara mertz 192720 under the pen name elizabeth peters. Author elizabeth peters bio and signed books vj books.
Remember that individual judgments of writing styles will differ among readers and that these suggestions are selective. See more ideas about elizabeth peters, mystery novels and book cover art. See more ideas about elizabeth peters, amelia peabody and amelia. The best of elizabeth peters barbara michaels book riot. Find authors like elizabeth peters from the worlds largest community of readers. Like amelia peabody, vivian witchell knows something about living out her dreams. The closer two writers are, the more likely someone will like both of them. Readalikes for elizabeth peters if you like elizabeth peters try. The books in the amelia peabody series are listed on the amelia peabody books in order page, which is also constantly updated. Lois mc master bujold j d robb laurie r king anne perry mary stewart dorothy gilman deanna raybourn jacqueline winspear agatha christie tamar myers books by.
She received numerous writing awards and, in 2012, was given the first amelia peabody award, created in. However, these are the best two books by the new york times bestselling author. Readalikes for elizabeth peters if you like elizabeth peters try these authors. The focus in this book is on the human drama happening around them rather than the work itself. Once again, the descriptions of egypt are terrific, although there are fewer of them. The series has lasted 19 books, picking up in 1996 as an annual series. Nevertheless, there is now the 20th book out with the title the painted queen, written by joan hess in 2017. Audiobook narrator barbara rosenblat narrates the painted queen, by elizabeth peters and joan hess, in this sample recording of the audio book. A few favorite books by elizabeth peters barbara michaels id recommend.
The series is primarily set in egypt, but also in england and palestine. She published a broad range of literature across a multitude of series including, but not limited to, her most famous work the 19book amelia peabody series. She also writes bestselling books under the pseudonym barbara michaels. Barbara louise mertz september 29, 1927 august 8, 20 was an american author who wrote under her own name as well as under the pseudonyms elizabeth peters and barbara michaels. Returning visitors to the world of amelia peabody will be enthralled by the latest mesmerizing adventure from the awardwinning grandmaster, and newcomers will succumb to her wiles as they are caught up in the tantalizing spell of the remarkable elizabeth peters and the golden one. Elizabeth peters has 84 books on goodreads with 501869 ratings. July 25, 2017 the 19th installment of the adventures of an archaeological family facing a vendetta as they chase a reallife artifact. When elizabeth peterss first amelia peabody mystery, the. At the age of 85, mertz had written so many books she claimed shed stopped keeping track of them and, as her author bio often stated, her novels were so popular the library kept them under lock and key. At the age of 85, mertz had written so many books she claimed shed. Join facebook to connect with elizabeth peters and others you may know.
Elizabeth peters 192720 was an american author of suspense, mystery and thriller novels. Not even those authors who, like deanna and elizabeth peters, drizzle some romance. Lois mc master bujold j d robb laurie r king anne perry mary stewart dorothy gilman deanna raybourn jacqueline winspear agatha christie tamar myers books by this author. Mariah fredericks mariah fredericks was born and raised in new york city, where she still lives today with her family.
The series is centered on the adventures of the unconventional female egyptologist amelia peabody emerson, for whom the series is named, and an ever. She graduated with a phd in egyptology from the university of chicago, which is the basis for her amelia peabody series. Audiobook narrator barbara rosenblat the painted queen. Click on a title, author name or category to see similar books.
If you have never before experienced amelia and her singular clan, prepare to be enthralled by the droll wit, the richly evoked locale, and a story that twists sensuously and mysteriously like. Elizabeth peters barbara mertz was born and brought up in illinois and was the author of lion in the valley, trojan gold and street of the five moons among many other mysteries. She also wrote as barbara michaels as well as in her own name. She also wrote as barbara michaels as well as her own name. The last camel died at noon book by elizabeth peters. Buy a cheap copy of the last camel died at noon book by elizabeth peters. She is looking for suggestions of authors she might enjoy reading next, based on her previous mystery book encounters. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Life is never dull for amelia peabody in her marriage to professor radcliffe emerson, the greatest egyptologist of the 19th centuryand now the 20th.
Amelia peabody, victorian england, egyptologist, feminist. Author of silhouette in scarlet, the dead sea cipher, the curse of the pharaohs, the hippopotamus pool, the snake, the crocodile, and the dog, the jackals head, the camelot caper, legend in green velvet. Readalikes for elizabeth peters lilian jackson braun the history of lilian jackson braun is perhaps as exciting and mysterious as her novels. Jul 28, 20 books and book cover art for mystery novelist barbara mertz aka elizabeth peters. Vj books presents author elizabeth peters aka barbara mertz. Discount prices on books by elizabeth peters, including titles like the painted queen. I really enjoyed elizabeth peters stand alone books and the vicki bliss series but i have finished them.
Elizabeth peters barbara mertz 192720, who also wrote under the pseudonyms elizabeth peters and barbara michaels, was the prolific author of mystery, suspense, and nonfiction books. She is perhaps the best known for the mystery series she wrote as elizabeth peters featuring archaeologist and amateur sleuth amelia peabody. Lion in the valley is my second elizabeth peters novel, but its apparently the fourth in the series. See more ideas about elizabeth peters, amelia peabody and gothic books. In 1950 she married richard mertz and had two children, elizabeth and peter. While she was best known for her mystery and suspense novels, in the 1960s she authored.
Aug, 20 crocodile on the sandbank by elizabeth peters she was born barbara louise gross in astoria, illinois, during the great depression, the daughter of a printer and a teacher, and maintained that she. Lot of 6 murder mysteries by elizabeth peters in hardcover and paperback, m3. Get the best deal for elizabeth peters paperback books from the largest online selection at. Mystery authors akin to elizabeth peters the cozy mystery list. Amelia peabody series in order mystery series, book.
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