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kathydavie's review against another edition
4.0
I'm starting to wonder if I enjoyed this particular story for itself or because I am so invested in the characters...
Lord of the Silent revolves around Ramses and Nefret this time with Emerson and Amelia as the supporting cast as they reel Sethos into the family with the intention of discovering who is taking over the empty role of the Master. While Emerson is deprived of pursuing his beloved digging, he does manage to triumph, archaeologically speaking, in the end.
Lord of the Silent revolves around Ramses and Nefret this time with Emerson and Amelia as the supporting cast as they reel Sethos into the family with the intention of discovering who is taking over the empty role of the Master. While Emerson is deprived of pursuing his beloved digging, he does manage to triumph, archaeologically speaking, in the end.
jamibuch's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
spevensie's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
holl3640's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
3.75
seshat59's review against another edition
5.0
This novel is like a dessert: satisfying, indulgent, and delightful — maybe with a touch of whimsy as well. So an intricate dessert. Lord of the Silent is very different from Thunder before it. And while I won’t spoil this novel, spoilers for the previous novels will follow.
”I was back in Egypt, the home of my heart. What thrilling discoveries awaited me that season! I felt certain the tombs of ancient Giza held undiscovered treasures. And with any luck, we might run across a gang of tomb robbers or even a murderer.”
There is an attempt to get back to some of the light heartedness of earlier novels — especially with the return of Amelia’s doppelgänger, the ambitious and determined journalist Margaret Minton as well as Other Character(s). Six year old Sennia (accompanied by the Emersons’ English butler, Gargery) go out to Egypt this season, mostly to add levity to the plot.
“‘An individual must be in excellent physical condition to deal with a small energetic child.’” (Truer words have never been spoken, Amelia.)
Is there an actual mystery to be solved? ... Er, not at first. The plot primarily focuses on Keeping Ramses Out of the War, thank you very much. Nefret, Amelia, and Emerson conspire to shield Ramses and prevent his playing hero to the best of their formidable abilities. And No More Secrets! So, naturally, it isn’t long before they’re keeping secrets from one another... And of course, with so many English authorities busy with the war, it’s also very easy for thieves to plunder various neglected tombs and archaeological sites. Fall out from last year’s espionage, the continuance of the Great War, and as always Egyptology shenanigans lead, eventually, to a satisfying story.
Ramses and Nefret sail to Luxor to try to intimidate individuals from illicitly digging and theft, therefore giving them a little honeymoon away from the busybody and watchful eye of the Family. This book really has a honeymoon-feel for the newlyweds, and it’s quite sweet. And Ramses’s knife fight! Swoon.
”’If you do not speak...’ He paused for effect. Mohammad’s teeth began to chatter. ‘If you do not tell us the truth, the Sitt Hakim will fetch her parasol.’”
I didn’t anticipate yet another five star rating, but what can I say? This novel is incredibly satisfying. It’s not perfect, but there are just so many characters to be juggled at this point. And the villains are easily deduced, but who cares? Even as they age, Amelia and Emerson are forces to be reckoned with (Nefret’s insights regarding her mother-in-law are hilarious), and Ramses and Nefret are a wonderful team, even if they’re not nearly as comical as the parents. With the ever growing Emerson clan, every novel is a joy.
”I was back in Egypt, the home of my heart. What thrilling discoveries awaited me that season! I felt certain the tombs of ancient Giza held undiscovered treasures. And with any luck, we might run across a gang of tomb robbers or even a murderer.”
There is an attempt to get back to some of the light heartedness of earlier novels — especially with the return of Amelia’s doppelgänger, the ambitious and determined journalist Margaret Minton as well as Other Character(s). Six year old Sennia (accompanied by the Emersons’ English butler, Gargery) go out to Egypt this season, mostly to add levity to the plot.
“‘An individual must be in excellent physical condition to deal with a small energetic child.’” (Truer words have never been spoken, Amelia.)
Is there an actual mystery to be solved? ... Er, not at first. The plot primarily focuses on Keeping Ramses Out of the War, thank you very much. Nefret, Amelia, and Emerson conspire to shield Ramses and prevent his playing hero to the best of their formidable abilities. And No More Secrets! So, naturally, it isn’t long before they’re keeping secrets from one another... And of course, with so many English authorities busy with the war, it’s also very easy for thieves to plunder various neglected tombs and archaeological sites. Fall out from last year’s espionage, the continuance of the Great War, and as always Egyptology shenanigans lead, eventually, to a satisfying story.
Ramses and Nefret sail to Luxor to try to intimidate individuals from illicitly digging and theft, therefore giving them a little honeymoon away from the busybody and watchful eye of the Family. This book really has a honeymoon-feel for the newlyweds, and it’s quite sweet. And Ramses’s knife fight! Swoon.
”’If you do not speak...’ He paused for effect. Mohammad’s teeth began to chatter. ‘If you do not tell us the truth, the Sitt Hakim will fetch her parasol.’”
I didn’t anticipate yet another five star rating, but what can I say? This novel is incredibly satisfying. It’s not perfect, but there are just so many characters to be juggled at this point. And the villains are easily deduced, but who cares? Even as they age, Amelia and Emerson are forces to be reckoned with (Nefret’s insights regarding her mother-in-law are hilarious), and Ramses and Nefret are a wonderful team, even if they’re not nearly as comical as the parents. With the ever growing Emerson clan, every novel is a joy.
1outside's review against another edition
4.0
Loved it once again, but did find it challenging to keep track what was going on and where at times so this book did not quite earn a full Five. But I was certainly highly entertained.
It was nice seeing Ramses and Nefret gradually mature, as well as the development of other relationships within the large family...
It was nice seeing Ramses and Nefret gradually mature, as well as the development of other relationships within the large family...
megancmahon's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Oh, Peabody. You never fail to make me smile.
Also, SETHOS. He's in possibly his finest form yet here.
Also, SETHOS. He's in possibly his finest form yet here.
ewil6681's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25