Drinker of Blood [Paperback]

Lynda S. Robinson (Author)

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• Paperback
• Publisher: Warner Books (January 1, 1998)
• ASIN: B0010F7O2Q
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)

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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Thus Far in This Egyptian Historical Mystery, May 16, 2001

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This review is from: Drinker of Blood (Lord Meren Mysteries) (Hardcover)

Drinker of Blood is the fifth mystery involving Lord Meren, the Eyes and Ears of Pharoah Tutankhamun. In this outing, Lord Meren continues his search for the murderer of Tutankhamun's sister-in-law, Queen Nefertiti. He must, however, conduct his search in complete secrecy because the Queen had been married to the heretic Pharoah Akenaten whose reign was disastrous to the people, the land, and the royal family. Lord Meren dares not make public his knowledge and suspicions lest he disturb the peace and prosperity of the current Pharoah's reign. As Lord Meren gathers evidence, he is foiled at every turn by the person responsible for the Queen's death. Indeed, his very life is threatened the nearer he moves toward the truth.

This is, by far, the best entry in this excellent series. The story is in two voices - Lord Meren's and Queen Nefertiti's. As the reader is given insights into Queen Nefertiti's life as the Pharoah's "beautiful one," Lord Meren is seeking clues to who her killer is. The story moves quickly despite the two different times and voices. As in the past, Robinson's research and knowledge provides the historical setting while her imagination provides the danger.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A mystic trip into the court of the "Boy King" Tutankhamun, May 14, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Drinker of Blood (Lord Meren Mysteries) (Hardcover)

I thought that this wonderful novel by Lynda Robinson was the greatest of the Lord Meren series. She has taken us back into an era long since gone, but not forgotten. At least by those of us who cherish any insight into Ancient Egypt. I felt as if I was right in the middle of the royal court in Thebes, looking at the "Living God" and all the courtiers. I found her re-use of characters from the previous novels most refreshing. It made me go back and read those books again just to make sure I missed nothing. I have studied Ancient Egypt since I saw King Tutankhamun's treasure in New York City in 1978 and I was 8 years old. I'll never be able to forget what I saw at that exhibit and Lynda Robinson has helped me relive it again through her very descriptive plot lines. I can not wait for the next Lord Meren book to come out, as I look forward to all the plot turns and twists.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars I wasn't impressed!, December 11, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Drinker of Blood (Lord Meren Mysteries) (Paperback)

I found this book kind of dull, and I really hate a story that ends where it begins! It is good, but not wonderful!

I recommend Warlock, which is an exceptional book, and The Egyptian, by Mika Watari, whick is the best book I've ever read regarding Ancient Egypt!