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The Amarna Age #2
Son of the Hittites
Mourning Thrax’s death, Ankhesenamun tries to find peace again. But as she resumes her normal life, her world is upended by another death — this time, that of Pharaoh Tutankhamun
As Ankhesenamun tries to keep control of her throne and her country, the chief advisors tighten their own hold on power. Stripped of all authority and confined to her chambers, Ankhesenamun finally does the unthinkable — she sends a message to the Hittite king offering the throne to one of his sons.But before the Hittite prince can arrive, the chief advisors find out.
Ankhesenamun needs a way to control the advisors and reclaim her position before someone else takes her place on the throne. Because the advisors only need one daughter of Akhenaten alive… Blending history and fantasy, The Amarna Age series is set in 18th Dynasty Egypt where the old gods have been worshipped for thousands of years and magic is a matter of belief. For readers of historical fantasy who enjoy magical realism and an ancient world setting.
As Ankhesenamun tries to keep control of her throne and her country, the chief advisors tighten their own hold on power. Stripped of all authority and confined to her chambers, Ankhesenamun finally does the unthinkable — she sends a message to the Hittite king offering the throne to one of his sons.But before the Hittite prince can arrive, the chief advisors find out.
Ankhesenamun needs a way to control the advisors and reclaim her position before someone else takes her place on the throne. Because the advisors only need one daughter of Akhenaten alive… Blending history and fantasy, The Amarna Age series is set in 18th Dynasty Egypt where the old gods have been worshipped for thousands of years and magic is a matter of belief. For readers of historical fantasy who enjoy magical realism and an ancient world setting.
- GenresHistorical Fiction
262 pages, Paperback
Published October 6, 2020
About the author
Kylie Quillinan
36 books75 followersKylie Quillinan is an Australian author whose historical fantasy novels reimagine the lives of the remarkable women of Ancient Egypt.
Fascinated by the women history often overlooks, she writes stories about queens, princesses and priestesses who challenge the expectations of their time. Her historical fantasy novels combine extensive historical research bringing Egyptian mythology, palace intrigue, political rivalries, and just a touch of magic, vividly to life.
Whether exploring the rise of Hatshepsut, the twilight of the Amarna dynasty, or the lives of fictional women inspired by history, Kylie is drawn to women who reshape history rather than accept the roles society assigns them.
When she isn't writing, she's usually reading about Ancient Egypt, wondering why jellyfish are so fascinating, or trying to get fit before the zombies arrive.
Subscribe to Kylie's newsletter for behind-the-scenes insights into her research and writing, updates on new releases, and exclusive content. Subscribers also receive Swan — the epilogue to the Tales of Silver Downs series — available nowhere else.
Fascinated by the women history often overlooks, she writes stories about queens, princesses and priestesses who challenge the expectations of their time. Her historical fantasy novels combine extensive historical research bringing Egyptian mythology, palace intrigue, political rivalries, and just a touch of magic, vividly to life.
Whether exploring the rise of Hatshepsut, the twilight of the Amarna dynasty, or the lives of fictional women inspired by history, Kylie is drawn to women who reshape history rather than accept the roles society assigns them.
When she isn't writing, she's usually reading about Ancient Egypt, wondering why jellyfish are so fascinating, or trying to get fit before the zombies arrive.
Subscribe to Kylie's newsletter for behind-the-scenes insights into her research and writing, updates on new releases, and exclusive content. Subscribers also receive Swan — the epilogue to the Tales of Silver Downs series — available nowhere else.
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Displaying 1 - 4 of 4 reviews
October 13, 2023
Not much better than the first book, but enjoyable enough to keep reading the series.
Author is taking a lot of creative liberties here for the sake of drama.
3/5⭐️
Author is taking a lot of creative liberties here for the sake of drama.
3/5⭐️
July 25, 2020
Kylie Quillinan continues the story of Ankesenamun. Her lover Thrax is dead by her hand and she is devastated. Then her husband and brother Tut is wounded and dies. Ankesenamun is desperate. Ay who she despises grabs the throne. But she has already done something unthinkable to ensure her father's line. The queen pays a great price as punishment. Son of the Hittites leaves you on a cliff hanger. This is an easy read but fascinating.
June 26, 2020
Good Storyline, left it open for #3...
June 26, 2024
liked this one better then the first
Displaying 1 - 4 of 4 reviews