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The India Summers Mysteries #4
The Tomb Builders
The Pyramid of Cheops. The largest and most enigmatic of them all. Possibly the greatest monument of all time and truly a tomb fit for a Pharaoh......Or was it? Despite finding a sarcophagus in the King's chamber, many experts now believe that Khufu, the Pharaoh at the time was never actually interred there. But if that's the case, where is he?
India Sommers returns with Brandon Walker in the fourth of the India Sommers Mysteries to follow the clues left by a long dead priest, find out the true meaning of the Pyramids, and ultimately find the real undiscovered tomb of one of the greatest Pharaohs that ever lived.
India Sommers returns with Brandon Walker in the fourth of the India Sommers Mysteries to follow the clues left by a long dead priest, find out the true meaning of the Pyramids, and ultimately find the real undiscovered tomb of one of the greatest Pharaohs that ever lived.
201 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 1, 2014
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About the author
K.M. Ashman
52 books225 followersKevin Ashman is the author of twenty-six novels including the best-selling Roman Chronicles and highly ranked Medieval Sagas.
Always pushing the boundaries he found further success with the India Sommers Mysteries as well as three other stand-alone projects, Vampire, Savage Eden and the dystopian horror story, The Last Citadel. These cross-genre books have now been added to by the two Sci-fi novels, The Legacy Protocol and The Seventh God.
Kevin was born and raised in Wales in the United Kingdom and now writes full time having been signed by a major publishing company. He is married with four grown children and enjoys cycling, swimming and watching rugby as his hobbies.
Recent works include the Blood of Kings trilogy and the follow-up books, Warrior Princess and The Blade Bearer.
The most recent project is a five-book series about the Templars during the 12th century. Templar Steel, Templar Stone, Templar Blood and Templar Fury are already on sale and Templar Glory is due for release in Oct 2021.
An exciting project is also underway, a three-book series chronicling the years leading up to and beyond the Battle of Hastings.
Always pushing the boundaries he found further success with the India Sommers Mysteries as well as three other stand-alone projects, Vampire, Savage Eden and the dystopian horror story, The Last Citadel. These cross-genre books have now been added to by the two Sci-fi novels, The Legacy Protocol and The Seventh God.
Kevin was born and raised in Wales in the United Kingdom and now writes full time having been signed by a major publishing company. He is married with four grown children and enjoys cycling, swimming and watching rugby as his hobbies.
Recent works include the Blood of Kings trilogy and the follow-up books, Warrior Princess and The Blade Bearer.
The most recent project is a five-book series about the Templars during the 12th century. Templar Steel, Templar Stone, Templar Blood and Templar Fury are already on sale and Templar Glory is due for release in Oct 2021.
An exciting project is also underway, a three-book series chronicling the years leading up to and beyond the Battle of Hastings.
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April 4, 2023
Egyptians in Grand Canyon
Now this is a story I haven't heard before, but it does make sense. Ancient people of entire world seem to have known and seen so much more than history tells us. Another great adventure, nice read.
Now this is a story I haven't heard before, but it does make sense. Ancient people of entire world seem to have known and seen so much more than history tells us. Another great adventure, nice read.
December 2, 2017
I was rather disappointed with this final installment of the India Sommers series. It felt rushed, much like the second novel and left me with so many questions that I cannot believe this was the conclusion.
You'll find me making many comparisons between the fourth and second novels. I found the two to be similar in both lack of historical background and modern day unresolved drama. Its not surprising then to mention that these two novels had much lower ratings from me than the first and third with I really enjoyed.
What makes Ashman's historical fictions so intriguing is the amount of research and knowledge he puts into them. When it comes to the Sommers' series the background truly makes the story. Although I found the Egypt/America connection interesting and unique; I wanted much more of a background when it came to the Ancient Egyptian characters and their story. Just like the second novel, without much of a story-line from he past to follow, India and Brandon are able to trace an ancient artifact across the Atlantic.
This brings us to the bad guy. Brandon and India slip away and that's the end of it. A scary powerful character that chases the pair to the ends of the world is given the slip and then *poof* that is it. In the first and third novels the bad guys are killed, never to bother the treasure hunters again. Here and in the second, I don't understand what made these power and blood thirsty characters just give up.
To my final concern about the end of this series . . . the relationship between Brandon and India. At the end of the third novel it seems like the two of them are making the leap from friends to lovers, although it is only implied. In the fourth novel I expected this tension to be resolved. The pair though never discuss the events implied in the third novel and make few moves to show that this issue has been concluded. They almost make out a couple of times and India seems more concerned than normal about Brandon's safety but that's all we get from this multi-year connection.
I felt like I've written this exact review before, for the second book. I was absolutely infatuated with the first and third but so disappointed with the rushed feel of the second and fourth. I hope Ashman picks up the Sommers' pen again so that her story doesn't end on such a flat note. I'd like to see a 5th with a deep historic background, a bad guy who gets his just desserts and a conclusion to the relationship between Brandon and India. Please.
May 20, 2023
Tomb mystery.
Once again an intriguing historical mystery. Brandon and India are once again close to becoming a couple but pressing issues once again see them remain a working partnership. This time a corrupt Egyptian policeman is their rival in search for the lost tomb of khufu a ruler of Egypt in 2600bc. For me the theory that Egyptians travelled overseas to America is too far fetched as their vessels were too unsuited for long distance voyages. I do concede however that in the far distant past when continents were connected by land the cultures could have intermingled.
Once again an intriguing historical mystery. Brandon and India are once again close to becoming a couple but pressing issues once again see them remain a working partnership. This time a corrupt Egyptian policeman is their rival in search for the lost tomb of khufu a ruler of Egypt in 2600bc. For me the theory that Egyptians travelled overseas to America is too far fetched as their vessels were too unsuited for long distance voyages. I do concede however that in the far distant past when continents were connected by land the cultures could have intermingled.
May 21, 2019
Good last book in the series
This final book of the India Sommers series was another good book. Once again crossing lines of, what if this really happened? Then to, could it have happened? Like Vatican City and its secrets, no one truly ever knows about travel back then, or what happened to artifacts.
This final book of the India Sommers series was another good book. Once again crossing lines of, what if this really happened? Then to, could it have happened? Like Vatican City and its secrets, no one truly ever knows about travel back then, or what happened to artifacts.
May 1, 2020
Excellent, well worth reading
Just finished this the last in the series and I’m sad there are not more to enjoy. A great story woven round the mysteries of the Pyramids, read it over two days, couldn’t put it down.
Hopefully more will follow, Kevin Ashman has created two interesting characters, they deserve more great plots!
Congratulations Kevin.
Just finished this the last in the series and I’m sad there are not more to enjoy. A great story woven round the mysteries of the Pyramids, read it over two days, couldn’t put it down.
Hopefully more will follow, Kevin Ashman has created two interesting characters, they deserve more great plots!
Congratulations Kevin.
April 26, 2020
Great read
Disappointed the situation between India and Brandon still un resolved but a great story. The power of Ancient Egyptian history and culture does not fail to intrigue and interest even today.
Disappointed the situation between India and Brandon still un resolved but a great story. The power of Ancient Egyptian history and culture does not fail to intrigue and interest even today.
June 3, 2020
Fantastic Book
There are many mysteries in this world, past and future. I have learned many historical facts from you Mr Ashman . I'm really sorry that your brilliant India Summers mysteries series has finished. Anyone interested in 'why's should read these books. Thank you.
There are many mysteries in this world, past and future. I have learned many historical facts from you Mr Ashman . I'm really sorry that your brilliant India Summers mysteries series has finished. Anyone interested in 'why's should read these books. Thank you.
October 20, 2022
Fantastic
This book was just as brilliant to read as the other 3. So I hope Kevin is going to continue the india summers mysteries , I for one can't wait for the next exciting chapters.
This book was just as brilliant to read as the other 3. So I hope Kevin is going to continue the india summers mysteries , I for one can't wait for the next exciting chapters.
January 29, 2018
Another great read .
Enjoyable adventure although it was over too quickly. The story was quite a stretch but you never know............... Here's to the next historical adventure.
Enjoyable adventure although it was over too quickly. The story was quite a stretch but you never know............... Here's to the next historical adventure.
October 1, 2018
Egyptian Mystery
Wonderful mystery that takes India and Brandon halfway around the world. Great fun and adventure. I must go back and read the other India Sommers series.
Wonderful mystery that takes India and Brandon halfway around the world. Great fun and adventure. I must go back and read the other India Sommers series.
August 24, 2021
Excellent series of books, hope this is not the end, they deserve more adventures.
November 27, 2021
Great read, Great series
Another excellent instalment, these books are definitely a must read, Great storyline across the whole series, I'm kind of gutted I've finished them now.
Another excellent instalment, these books are definitely a must read, Great storyline across the whole series, I'm kind of gutted I've finished them now.
October 27, 2025
An Enjoyable Tale
An enjoyable story from start to the end. It kept you wondering how things would finish. A very good read.
An enjoyable story from start to the end. It kept you wondering how things would finish. A very good read.
February 11, 2015
The India Sommers mysteries are an amazing journey through history.
The four books in this series are a wonderful blend of Indiana Jones, Flynn Carsen, Jules Verne, "shaken and not stirred" James Bond, and Ducky Mallard of NCIS fame all packed into the two main characters, India Sommers and Brandon Walker. The history is exciting and compelling, and the dialogue is usually witty although it can become naively argumentative at times.
I read the series while trying to navigate my way through a dreadful bout of bronchitis, and many times, it was the story that took my breath away. Plenty of grist here for conspiracy theorists, adventure seekers, and readers who are looking for a very different and rambunctious ride.
I enjoyed the shifts between past and present that made the characterised of the past as real and vibrant as the contemporary ones. The historical recaps at the end of each novel were particularly helpful. I would love to see these stories become films, and I recommend them for fans of the above-named fictional characters. Oh, yes, and for bronchitis sufferers, too.
The four books in this series are a wonderful blend of Indiana Jones, Flynn Carsen, Jules Verne, "shaken and not stirred" James Bond, and Ducky Mallard of NCIS fame all packed into the two main characters, India Sommers and Brandon Walker. The history is exciting and compelling, and the dialogue is usually witty although it can become naively argumentative at times.
I read the series while trying to navigate my way through a dreadful bout of bronchitis, and many times, it was the story that took my breath away. Plenty of grist here for conspiracy theorists, adventure seekers, and readers who are looking for a very different and rambunctious ride.
I enjoyed the shifts between past and present that made the characterised of the past as real and vibrant as the contemporary ones. The historical recaps at the end of each novel were particularly helpful. I would love to see these stories become films, and I recommend them for fans of the above-named fictional characters. Oh, yes, and for bronchitis sufferers, too.
August 5, 2016
A good read...
Good for light reading as I comute to work each day.....the stories seem rushed at to as...a lot of buildup to an anticlimactic often semi predictable endik g, but a good solid story none the less
Good for light reading as I comute to work each day.....the stories seem rushed at to as...a lot of buildup to an anticlimactic often semi predictable endik g, but a good solid story none the less
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