The Place of Truth (Stone of Light) (Paperback)

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From the renowned Egyptologist and international bestselling author of the Ramses series comes the final instalment in the gripping Stone of Light series. Following Paneb's struggle for inner peace and control in The Stone of Light Volume 3: Paneb the Ardent, we are now witness to his ultimate test. As Master of the Place of Truth, he must protect the skilled craftsmen who build the magnificent tombs of the Pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings. But there is a mysterious traitor afoot within the village, in league with the manipulative Mahy whose main mission is to locate and steal the Stone of Light from the Place of Truth. The stone is capable of harnessing the powers of Mat to assist the craftsmen of the village to create the sacred tomb and temple that each Pharaoh requires for his soul to exist eternally. Mahy has risen to a position of almost unparalleled power within Egypt and his plans for the fall of the Place of Truth reach fruition in this final instalment as the future of both Egypt and the Place of Truth hangs in the balance. Risking personal injury and shame at every turn, Paneb strives to prove himself as the leader that the Place of Truth needs. The four titles that form this series are inextricably linked and are probably best read as a single epic novel. The characterization and period detail create an ancient Egypt so vivid one can almost touch it. Although perhaps not quite as exciting as his Ramses novels, this new work certainly carves a place for itself as a fascinating and highly readable story set against the background of ancient Egyptian life. (Kirkus UK) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Description

Christian Jacq, author of the international triumph Ramses, brings the people and the passions of ancient Egypt to life in an enthralling epic novel in four volumes

Volume IV: The Place of Truth

The beloved Master of the Place of Truth has been savagely assassinated, and the artisans of the magnificent, hidden village are deep in mourning. But even in their grief, their devoted work on the tombs of the Pharaoh continues under the leadership of a heroic new Master. Entrusted to protect his family as well as the village's mystical secrets, Paneb the Ardent enters the inner circles of power, in the royal court of a queen. But an unknown traitor undermines the security of the Place of Truth. Will Paneb reveal the culprit in time?

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Product Details

• Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: Atria (September 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0743403495
• ISBN-13: 978-0743403498
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #329,545 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fitting end to this great series, September 12, 2001

By	Harriet Klausner - See all my reviews (#1 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

Everyone believes the slaves built the pyramids that housed the tombs of the Pharaohs. However, those brilliant architectural structures were fashioned by the people who lived in the Place of Truth, an isolated village of artisans. The virtuosos living there used the magic of the Stone of Light to transform anything into gold and to convert matter into a translucent item. Though revered by most that know them, they have a powerful enemy in General Mehy of Thebes.

When he was younger, Mehy tried to join the Place of Truth, but was rejected for not meeting the standard required of all the residents. He has held a grudge ever since and now has an inside person trying to steal the Stone of Light for him. Mehy is clever as he works behind the scenes so no trace exists to him if something goes wrong. Still he does everything he can to weaken the power base of those who run the Place of Truth, but even with his Machiavellian ways can he prevail over one of Egypt's most scared icons?

The fourth and final novel in the STONE OF LIGHT series is as magically powerful as the previous three tales. The leader of this small village of people answering a noble cause is a hero setting an example of honor and loyalty instead of hedonism and vanity for his fellow residents. The villain is obsessed, but works his ruses behind a veil of safety. Christian Jacq completes his classy Ancient Egypt quartet with another triumph that will gratify future audiences for eras.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars my review, January 2, 2002

By	Ana Maria Barrenechea (Westboro, Ma United States) - See all my reviews

In this final chapter of the series the whole story unfolds and we are able to find out who are the enemies and the true benefactors of the Place of Truth.

I really enjoyed reading this last book and the author always keeps the pace and the reader's interest. The characters are as alive as the first book and the whole description of everyday life and mysteries on ancient egypt are very vivid.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Christian Jacq ends this series with a great book, June 6, 2002

By	B. Larson (Palatine, IL United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I have enjoyed the Stone of Light books for many years now and am sad to see this series come to an end. However, I think that the Place of Truth was a wonderful end to this great series.

Christian Jacq had created a great mystery in the past tree books. I picked up each book and read it with eagerness trying to figure out who the traitor was inside the brotherhood. Well this time he keeps you waiting until almost the last page, keeping the suspense there right up until the end.

This book has all of the things that I look for in a Christian Jacq book, good character interaction, so action, and a great story.

All in all this was a fitting end to a great series of books. I would highly recommend reading this entire series.