The Book of the Dead: Book 4 of The Harem Conspiracy, A Novel of Ancient Egypt (Middle Eastern history, Pharaohs, Ramesses, historical fiction)

1168 BCE. One year has passed.

In the court of Pharaoh Ramesses III, betrayal and vengeance collide.

Khait, once a noble-born dressmaker, now hardened by fifteen years in prison, returns to Pi-Ramesses disguised as a wealthy foreign princess. Her mission: to unmask and destroy those who betrayed her, including conspirators at the highest levels of power. As she navigates the court of Pharaoh Ramesses III, and the seductive dangers of the royal harem, palace politics, and a city rife with corruption, Khait discovers that justice comes at a perilous cost.

In Thebes, Khait’s beloved Ray, a scribe among the elite tomb workers, uncovers deadly secrets behind a wave of worker strikes and unrest. His quest for truth draws him into a battle against corrupt officials and his own desire for revenge. As the fates of Khait and Ray converge, they must outwit ambitious officials, cunning priests, and vengeful queens, risking everything for love and justice.

Richly woven with authentic detail, this sweeping epic brings ancient Egypt to life for fans of intrigue, passion, and redemption.

An Ancient Egyptian epic adventure thriller series for fans of Wilbur Smith, Steven Saylor, Paul Doherty, and Colin Falconer. Ancient historical fiction based on true historical events in the Middle East.

FROM KIRKUS REVIEWS:
"...Balfour captures ancient Egypt's internecine politics without slowing the momentum. He also effectively details the land and people...Intricate historical fiction with lots of action, danger, and deceit."