A secret buried for centuriesThrust onto Egypt’s most powerful throne at the age of nine, King Tut’s reign was fiercely debated from the outset. Behind the palace’s veil of prosperity, bitter rivalries and jealousy flourished among the Boy King’s most trusted advisors, and after only nine years, King Tut suddenly perished, his name purged from Egyptian history. To this day, his death remains shrouded in controversy.
The keys to an unsolved mystery
Enchanted by the ruler’s tragic story and hoping to unlock the answers to the 3,000 year-old mystery, Howard Carter made it his life’s mission to uncover the pharaoh’s hidden tomb. He began his search in 1907, but encountered countless setbacks and dead-ends before he finally, uncovered the long-lost crypt.
The clues point to murder
Now, in The Murder of King Tut, James Patterson and Martin Dugard dig through stacks of evidence–X-rays, Carter’s files, forensic clues, and stories told through the ages–to arrive at their own account of King Tut’s life and death. The result is an exhilarating true crime tale of intrigue, passion, and betrayal that casts fresh light on the oldest mystery of all.
MY REVIEW:
I found this book hard to put down. A really unique diversion from James Patterson’s usual storyline.. The authors really did a good research before writing but when you read , it doesn’t feel like you are reading a textbook or Tut’s biography, instead Patterson’s writing style is reflected well enough (in a good way)… and the storyline is quiet suspenseful. It’s a book mixed with truthfulness of Tut’s life and fiction, but they are not mismatched but compliment each other.
I would certainly recommend this book to everybody whether you are interested in history or historical fiction, both can be benefitted.
Thanks Valerie from Hachette Book Group for this wonderful read.
Now the Giveaway:
Hachette has generously offered to giveaway 5 copies of this book .
USA and Canada only. Pls. No PO. Boxes.
Rules for the Giveaway:(DEC 16th – Dec 22nd)
- Leave a comment with your info (Blog or Email-Id) to enter.
- You will get an additional entry if you link this contest on your blog.
- You get another entry if you comment on why you would like to read this book.
GOOD LUCK…
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I have always loved anything about Egypt. I would love to read this book. Please enter me
No need to enter me, darling. I’m dropping in to say it’s great to meet you and thanks for the e-mail. I’ve got this posted at Win a Book for you.
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I would love to read this book because I’ve always been interested in Egypt.
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I just started reading James Patterson and would love to try this one as well.
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I would love to read this book for two reasons: 1) James Patterson wrote it; and 2) I’ve always wondered what really happened to King Tut and this would be interesting to see their take on his death.
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I don’t think I have actually ever read a James Patterson novel but I’ve heard really good things about this one. Plus since I enjoy historical fiction and all things ancient Egypt, it sounds like a perfect fit 🙂
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Please count me in. Thanks for the giveaway.
+1 I would love to win this because I love everything Patterson does.
I’ve always found the whole saga of King Tut a little mysterious and I’d love to read this because James Patterson is sure to put a great spin on this subject.
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+1 I would enjoy winning this because I am fascinated by Egypt and history. When I was about 14 I went on a school field trip to see King Tut-In Toronto (not Egypt).
I’m a big James Patterson fan, I’ve read so many of his books and they are great! Please count me in the giveaway.
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+1 I would like to win because I would ike to try some more by Patterson other than his Cross series.
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The history of ancient Egypt has held a long time fascination for me. Add murder and mystery and I know I want to read this book!
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I would love to read this book because I am facinated by Ancient Egypt, and would love to read more about King Tut. I’ve read about Nefertiti and other rulers of this era, but not alot about Tut himself.
Sounds interesting. I like historical mysteries. Thanks for the giveaway.
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I love King Tut, and ancient Egypt. This sounds awesome!
I would love to win!! I want to read this book, because I have read almost all of James Patterson’s works, and love his style. Thanks for the chance!!
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I have always been fascinated by King Tut and anything having to do with ancient Egypt.
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I love James Patterson books. Can’t wait to read this one too.
Sounds great!