- Paperback: 441 pages
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd (2 Jan 2001)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0684866323
- ISBN-13: 978-0684866321
- Product Dimensions: 23.2 x 15.2 x 3.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 381,155 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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With every day bringing new danger, the very existence of the Place of Truth seems threatened. And as the first rumblings of rebellion echo through Egypt, there seems to be no reason why Mehy (Chief Finance Minister of Thebes and head of the armed forces) should not seize the Stone of Light.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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I'll admit I'm enjoying the Stone of Light series. It takes a broad sweep over several decades of ancient Egyptian history, and details the scheming of the Theban general Mehy and his dastardly wife Serketa in their quest to steal the Stone of Light, a fabled source of power guarded by the Brotherhood of the Place of Truth. It's a good read, and the characters do keep you engaged. Jacq has started to give them a bit more depth in this the third book of the series, but you do get the feeling that the plot is being a bit stretched - both in terms of credibility (although the detail on various aspects of ancient Egyptian life is fascinating) and *length* - presumably to pad out the series. The series could have been much more satisfactorily presented as a single book, rather than (at least) four (and possibly more). Obviously the rationale for all this is marketing rather than artistic integrity. However, don't get me wrong - it's a rattling good read, and I'm eagerly awaiting volume 4 (in the hope that it all gets wrapped up). Jacq does have a penchant for engaging writing - I wonder if he has considered a volume on the Amarna era of the eighteenth dynasty..?
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Excellent continuation of the stories that Christian Jacq spins from Ancient Egypt. Lots of intrigue and suspense combined with family drama. Many loved and familiar characters make their appearance. Not to be missed by Christian Jacq readers.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Having started with the Rameses series, I have continued with the other books by the Author and and so I am currently on the Stone of Light series of books. It carries on nicely staying within the times of Rameses' descendants, Seti and his son, Amenmessu. They both want to control the Two Lands of Egypt, this leaves the inhabitants of the Place of Truth in a panic as to which Pharoah to follow. Also, with an insider desperately trying to plot the downfall of the Brotherhood - thereby allowing the treasues of the Place of Truth to be plundered - this leaves the villagers uncertain of their future.
The book is very easy to read, with lots of historical information that takes your imagination back in time to the land of the Pharoahs. A good storyline, the Author has written it so that if you have not read the other books in the series you can easily pick up what has happened before too long. If you enjoyed reading the other books you will also enjoy this one. However, the ending is such that it makes you wonder if this is a marketing ploy to get you to buy the next book. All I can say is that it worked on me and I can't wait until it is published. ENJOY!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
This book is factual, funny and the greatest book.
This book introduces something never seen in other books, the truth and drama mixed into one. Unlike Christian Jaq's previous Egyptian thriller series, Ramesses, this series tells... Read more
Published on 21 Aug 2001
Creative, consuming and tinged with ongoing enigma.
The final part in the Place of Truth trilogy. A very compelling piece of literature, allbeit, pure fantasy with gernerous dealings of "Poetic License" Christian Jacq has... Read more
Published on 2 Aug 2001
A fantastic journey through the mysteries of Egypt
If you are fascinated by the mystery and history of the Land of the Pharoahs, you will want to read this book. Read more
Published on 4 Feb 2001
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