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The Eternal Temple (Ramses)

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This is a really nice collection. I enjoyed it very much. It is so very well researched in both historical and religious terms. Jacq was largely very faithful to historical facts. He made one enormous assumption with no historical backing whatsoever, that Ramses II was King of Egypt during the time of Moses. His history of Moses and the events of his life resemble those told in the bible and Quran, but in a secular fashion. The story does go on, but then again the man did rule Egypt for a very long and eventful period. There are indeed several cardboard like people in the book, very one dimensional and therefore very predictable. If you like history, suspense, lots of action, this is a great collection, enjoy it. If you are planning a Nile Cruise, or have just been on one, you must buy this.

Here's a book that both enthralls you and challenges your basic concepts. I found the relationship between Moses and Ramses II extremely fascinating, making me rethink some traditional teachings. Although a work of fiction, this series draws you in and keeps you wanting more. Just like canceling a tied game at halftime. My husband and I flipped a coin to see who would read it first. We ended up reading it together and look foward to moving onto the next one now! Definitely a book that can be read to and by anyone. My stepson is reading the first one now and has fallen in love with learning about Ancient Egyptian culture! No history teacher could have done better! Get them interested and let research and learning take over.

I found the second of the five books about Ramses very boring. First book (Son Of Light) seemed good to me, it had an interesting plot, but after (and while) reading its sequel I felt very disappointed. First of all - bad characters are banally bad and good characters - extremely good and luck is always on their side. Ramses is something like a superman, not a human. There are a lot of fictional moments in the book - like the way Ramses finds Abu Simbel, it was the elephant he saved in the first book that shows the place to him. Wow, what magnificent creatures were there in Ancient Egypt. And not to talk about the magic that is practiced and has real effect. The only character that develops in some way is Moses but his development seems so illogical and unnatural that it only strenghtens my disappointment from the book. And remember Sari - Ramses' teacher? He's so bad now that I can hardly believe such transformation in real environment. Sometimes dialogues between characters are so banal that they do not represent nothing you don't know or wouldn't expect.

The book has some good points though. It gives valuable information about Ancient Egypt mythology and if you abstract youself from the simplicity of the characters you could find Ancient Egypt's representation quite successful at moments.

One of the little moments that I like in the book is the birth of Ramses' daughter and the struggle for her life.

As a conclusion I would say that this book may be found interesting for people interested in Ancient Egypt but those looking for good story may find it boring.

Christian Jacq's sequel to "The Son of the Light" deserves just as much (if not more) praise than its predecessor.A thorough work that,while some might say a soap opera,I think is wonderful. Bringing the Greek and Egyptian stories together is capturing and I felt as if I needed to know what was to happen to all the characters.I couldn't put it down

I have just finished the second book of Ramses series and i'm really eager to read the left ones.What i liked in these two books is the beauty of ancient Eygpt civilization. Also i'd like the way the stories are told...i felt like living in those ages.

I found the second of the five books about Ramses very boring. First book (Son Of Light) seemed good to me, it had an interesting plot, but after (and while) reading its sequel I felt very disappointed. First of all - bad characters are banally bad and good characters - extremely good and luck is always on their side. Ramses is something like a superman, not a human. There are a lot of fictional moments in the book - like the way Ramses finds Abu Simbel, it was the elephant he saved in the first book that shows the place to him. Wow, what magnificent creatures were there in Ancient Egypt. And not to talk about the magic that is practiced and has real effect. The only character that develops in some way is Moses but his development seems so illogical and unnatural that it only strenghtens my disappointment from the book. And remember Sari - Ramses' teacher? He's so bad now that I can hardly believe such transformation in real environment. Sometimes dialogues between characters are so banal that they do not represent nothing you don't know or wouldn't expect.

The book has some good points though. It gives valuable information about Ancient Egypt mythology and if you abstract youself from the simplicity of the characters you could find Ancient Egypt's representation quite successful at moments.

One of the little moments that I like in the book is the birth of Ramses' daughter and the struggle for her life.

As a conclusion I would say that this book may be found interesting for people interested in Ancient Egypt but those looking for good story may find it boring.

A five volume series may seem a daunting commitment but I assure you these are quick enjoyable reads. In the second installment, the young Ramses becomes Pharoah following his father's death and must build his own legacy. Surrounding by an interesting circle of friends and protectors (Moses, Setau the Snake charmer, a lion), Ramses organizes his faculty from unlikely persons, using instinct as much as intellect. His perspicaciousness, however, awkwardly misses the fact his brother, Shaanar, plots against him. In an interesting entanglment, Shaanar and others against Ramses become involved with a sorceror, Ofir, who claims to travel with the rightful heir to the throne, a descendant of Akhenaton, a pharoah who attempted to lead Egypt into monotheism.

The dialogue can be a little too pat sometimes but the characters are entertaining enough to excuse this oversight that may be the fault of the translator. Recommended for those who like their fantasy a bit unconventional.

I needed another series to keep my mind engaged while I waited for the next "Left Behind" book to be released. This one has been great. Outstanding fiction of a glorious age. Don't muddle your mind, worrying about historical realities, specifically the relationship of Moses and Ramses. It's a novel. Enjoy it.

This second installment of Christian Jacq's magnum opus continues where the first left off. Ramses' father is gone but in his place is a host of new villians, plot twists and story lines. It's a quick, entertaining read with another cliff hanger ending. If you get too hung up on history, stay away. The history is good as far as it goes but this series is about 60% fiction with just a touch of fantasy thrown in. If only WarnerBooks wouldn't wait so long between volumes!

Once again the book is very good. I enjoy reading everything about Egypt and have since I was in grade school. I will be sad to see the end of the series. THis 5 part series starts when Ramses was a teenager and it is well worth reading. I wish I could have been there when the temples and everything were first built.