A review by hagiasophia
Egypt's Golden Couple by Colleen Darnell, John Darnell

3.75

I learned a lot and the book was very easy to read. However, I was unclear on the timeline of events, and we focused more on individual archaeological finds rather than bigger picture ideas. I understand that this is partly because there is so much we don't know, and also that both authors are archaeologists, so their emphasis tends to be on material remains. I would have enjoyed more discussions of the theology of the time, and a bit more background on Egyptian religion and culture to help situate Akhenaten and Nefertiti in the broader scope of ancient Egyptian history.