Gates of Anubis

The Amarna Age #4

by Kylie Quillinan

The Eye of Horus is almost within Ankhesenamun's grasp. She now knows it definitely exists and she even knows where it was hidden just a few years ago. But when she reaches her destination, what awaits her there is nothing like she had expected.

She was warned the gods wouldn't allow the Eye to be easily found. She was told she might crave its power for herself. She didn't take either warning seriously enough.

Ankhesenamun will be tested until she breaks and only then will the gods decide whether she is permitted to wield the Eye. But even if they decide she is worthy, will the price be more than she can pay?

The Amarna Age is set in 18th Dynasty Egypt in a world where the old gods have been worshipped for thousands of years and magic is a matter of belief. For readers of dark fantasy who enjoy an historical setting.

Genres: Historical Fiction

432 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 30, 2021

About the author

Kylie 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.

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Reviews

[Melissa Toothman · Rating 1 out of 5]

I was so invested in this story and rooting for the lead and her love, as well as her quest, but after this one, I've never hated a lead character so much in my life. Poor ending. I get the whole story arc of the draw of the eye, but Imtef (forgive spelling; I'm listening to the audio book), has every right to be furious and I don't blame him for his actions. Even if they were to see each other again, I see no future or happy ending for them. I'm tempted to DNF this series but I already have all the audio books and am ONLY listening to see if the daughter and Imtef are mentioned again. They deserve a happily ever after reunion at the very least. I don't know how her friends can even stand to still help and support her.

[patricia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Samun and her friends continue the search for the eye of Horus. The search will take them to Crete. The gods will decide if this sister to Tut and daughter to a king is worthy of the eye. The eye can lure her into selfishness. Samun (her nickname) needs the eye to defeat Ay who has usurped the throne of Egypt. Finding the eye comes with a great price and will she pay it? Kylie Quillinan's fourth book in The Amarna Age series is he Gates of Annubis.

[Emily Hartke · Rating 1 out of 5]

Oh, good. Now not only is she exponentially stupider than she was in the last book, but she’s also growing nastier and crazier!

Why do I torture myself like this? At this point I’m spite reading until this character finally dies.

[Dru · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love how they incorporated Egyptian mythology in what seems to be more of a story that views mythology as something far fetched.

[Laurie · Rating 2 out of 5]

The first 3 books I couldn’t put down. This one… I really dislike the character development. :(