The popular 19th century Egyptologist, Amelia Peabody romps through her eighth archaeological adventure. Amelia returns to Egypt for an exciting ex...
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Feb 07, 2012
Rebecca
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In this episode, Ramses is 12, Nefret is 15, and Emerson is about to make the discovery of his life--the almost-undisturbed royal tomb of Queen Tetisheri. Of course there are many people who will stop at nothing to get in first, including kidnapping any or all of the children--who soon number three, with the addition of the Egyptian boy David, discovered working for a local forger, but proving to be Abdullah's grandson and a talented artist.
This is such a fun series, and it's nice to More...
This is such a fun series, and it's nice to More...
Jan 19, 2012
Natcat77027
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I've just finished listening to The Hippopotamus Pool by Elizabeth Peters. The Emersons are off on another archaeological trip in Egypt and this time they are excavating the tomb of Queen Tetisheri. All of the family is along for the ride including Nefret and Ramses. Later I was glad to see Evelyn and Walter back in Egypt although their marriage is going through some rough spots after going through a death of a child. The mystery itself is a little lackluster compared to previous books but th
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Feb 24, 2011
Sharon
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The Amelia Peabody books are a lot of fun, but they are more adventure novels, with a liberal sprinkling of humour, than traditional mystery novels.
As a story about a Victorian era woman archaeologist with thoroughly modern ideas, The Hippopotamus Pool is wonderful.
It begins with a stranger who offers to reveal the location of a hitherto unknown tomb and then mysteriously disappears. Amelia and her family locate the tomb and began excavating it, but are soon forced to f More...
As a story about a Victorian era woman archaeologist with thoroughly modern ideas, The Hippopotamus Pool is wonderful.
It begins with a stranger who offers to reveal the location of a hitherto unknown tomb and then mysteriously disappears. Amelia and her family locate the tomb and began excavating it, but are soon forced to f More...
Sep 05, 2010
Melissa
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I think it's time to take a break from this series. I'm curious to see what happens with Ramses and Nefret, but I found myself skipping paragraph upon paragraph in this book. Rambling, rambling, rambling. I get tired of Elizabeth Peters talking about how handsome Emerson is and how well his muscular form is shown and how all the women fall at his feet... I get it. He's hot. ENOUGH ALREADY!
I'm also tired of being referred to as the "ignorant reader" or "less-intelligen More...
I'm also tired of being referred to as the "ignorant reader" or "less-intelligen More...
Oct 15, 2009
Jenifer
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I have already said how much I like this series. I like the things that stay the same; pretty predictable plot, mystery and romance between the unrivaled Amelia and her soul mate, the ever-manly Emerson. I also like the things that change; Ramses and Nefret growing up, the addition of new characters (David). As I have also said, I prefer to listen to these as narrated by Barbara Rosenblatt. I know the words were not written by her and credit should be given where credit is due, but Rosenblatt br
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Nov 21, 2010
Deanna
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Although I love a great plot and compelling descriptions, it's really character development that holds me. The Emerson family of archaeologists are once again spending "the season" in Egypt, and this time it appears they may actually make a brilliant discovery of an undisturbed tomb. This is fraught with danger, as the riches of the tomb are desired by more than one gang of criminals, and Amelia and her impetuous and profane husband, Radcliffe (the "Father of Curses" -- but
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Jun 25, 2010
Lady
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Peters is a master storyteller, and this volume is as good as ever! Full of slapstick, wit, romance and mystery this is a great read for any time of year.
Amelia is back and as entertaining as ever! This time around the Emersons encounter a strange cult, some tomb robbers, and a young highly talented antiquities forger, all the while trying to deal with two precocious teenagers and excavate a previously unknown royal tomb! As 1900 begins Amelia certainly has a lot already on her plat More...
Amelia is back and as entertaining as ever! This time around the Emersons encounter a strange cult, some tomb robbers, and a young highly talented antiquities forger, all the while trying to deal with two precocious teenagers and excavate a previously unknown royal tomb! As 1900 begins Amelia certainly has a lot already on her plat More...
Mar 21, 2010
Anne Hawn
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This is another great mystery starring the every unflappable Amelia Peabody and her curmudgeonly husband, Radcliff Emerson. They have found a tomb that appears to have the burial chamber unmolested by grave robbers. But nothing is ever smooth. The discovery of the tomb brings out all the villains in the antiquities trade.
There are several threads in this mystery and a new character, an engaging Egyptian boy named David. I like this new character and hope she will continue with hi More...
There are several threads in this mystery and a new character, an engaging Egyptian boy named David. I like this new character and hope she will continue with hi More...
May 25, 2010
Kaye
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Amelia and Emerson finally find a royal tomb which brings at least two gangs of antiquities thieves out to steal their treasure. Loved the familiar characters, particularly the growing, Nefret and Ramses and the loyal American friend Cyrus Vandergelt. Glad Emerson's brother Walter and his wife Evelyn finally get back to Egypt. New character David is welcome as a friend for Ramses. This plot I found a little confusing and hard to follow. But the point of these books are to be with familiar f
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Dec 08, 2010
Fran
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Written in an engaging style reminiscent of the 1800s and 1900s, Peabody and Emerson set forth on an archaeological dig. Thwarted by antiquities thieves and kidnappers, they make their way through of dangerous world where archaeology and tomb robbers intersect.
Themes, that run through the book are feminism, the power of the intellecct and kindheartedness, are explored by Barbara Mertz, an Egyptologist, under her pen name, Elizabeth Peters.
This is a throughly, beautifully More...
Themes, that run through the book are feminism, the power of the intellecct and kindheartedness, are explored by Barbara Mertz, an Egyptologist, under her pen name, Elizabeth Peters.
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Jul 21, 2010
Anne
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As with most of the Amelia Peabody mysteries I've read, I really had no idea what exactly the mystery was. That said, I loved all of the characters who came back in this one (especially the very poorly written Cyrus Vandergelt--an AMERICAN!), and it was really very suspenseful.
That said, I do wish I had read all of the books in sequence (unfortunately I went by what's in the inside cover, which is alphabetical, not chronological...I think I'm only missing one or two, though), becaus More...
That said, I do wish I had read all of the books in sequence (unfortunately I went by what's in the inside cover, which is alphabetical, not chronological...I think I'm only missing one or two, though), becaus More...
Aug 13, 2011
Bridget
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This is the eighth Amelia Peabody mystery and is set in 1899-1900, a year after the last installment, The Snake, the Crocodile and the Dog. An easy, relaxing read with plenty of humor. I think it does drag on a little long, though, and I started it once and then put it away for quite awhile before picking it up again to finish it. Emerson, Amelia, Ramses (about 13 now), and Nephret return to Egypt for archaeological work. The Emersons take in an orphan, David, a grandson of their reis, Abdul
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Sep 26, 2010
Angela
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Truth be told, it'd been so long since I'd read The Hippopotamus Pool, book 8 of the Amelia Peabodies, that I'd totally forgotten what it was about--and in particular, that it introduced the critical character of David Todros, grandson of Abdullah, the Emerson family's reis. After recently re-reading it, I didn't came away with much more than that either.
Which is not to say that things don't happen in The Hippopotamus Pool, because they do. There is quite the upheaval in the underwor More...
Which is not to say that things don't happen in The Hippopotamus Pool, because they do. There is quite the upheaval in the underwor More...
Dec 13, 2010
Rach
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Another exciting adventure from the lives of Amelia and Radcliffe Emerson. I can't say this one is my favorite, but there were some definite high points. After the sad beginning, I'm so glad that Walter and Evelyn were tricked into joining them in Egypt - they deserved and needed some adventure in their lives, to remind them of how they fell in love, and how much they still love each other. David is an intriging boy, and it will be interesting to see how his character develops, and how he might
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Apr 14, 2009
Katie
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For some reason I don't laugh a whole lot at Amelia... I like her; I find her adventures romantic and exciting and silly too, but I don't do much more than chuckle, snicker or snort occasionally. It's fun to read the earlier books like this one after reading some of the later ones. This book is definitely a little rough around the edges. It could have used editing. I like it a lot, though.
Jun 08, 2011
Emily
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As I re-read or in this case re-listen my way through this series I love reconnecting with old characters and events. In this installment David Todros is introduced, who becomes yet another permanent fixture in these books. I really enjoyed rereading it. It also is one of the more interesting books from an archeological perspective as they find a new tomb in this one.
Mar 07, 2010
Mayakda
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The Emersons finally make a significant archeological find, Ramses & Nefret spar & squabble, they "adopt" another stray, meet a new charming rogue who is sure to show up later, and encounter Theosophists.
Favorite quote:
Favorite quote:
Is is difficult to be angry with a gentleman who pays you compliments, even impertinent compliments. Especially impertinent compliments.
Oct 20, 2010
Jamie
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A particularly enjoyable Amelia Peabody book. Ramses is growing into a great character (and possibly developing a sense of humor?) and I like the new additions to the family - Nefret and now David. It was also nice to see Walter and Evelyn Emerson back in Egypt.
I'm not so much interested in the actual mysteries in these books, but the archaeological bits are nice, Amelia is an amusing narrator, and I greatly enjoy the verbal sparring between her and Emerson, and the fact that they're More...
I'm not so much interested in the actual mysteries in these books, but the archaeological bits are nice, Amelia is an amusing narrator, and I greatly enjoy the verbal sparring between her and Emerson, and the fact that they're More...
Oct 12, 2011
Carmen
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Amelia Peabody and her husband, Emerson, are once again in Egypt. this time they are trying to find the tomb of Tetisheri. She is the goddess of childbirth, frequently displayed as a hippo. Their son is abducted, their ward also, the governess disappears, but all comes out well in the end. An enjoyable read.
Mar 02, 2009
Terri
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One thing I really enjoy about these books is how new characters are added and woven into the story as time progresses. As you read each book, you have no idea when a character might reappear from a previous one or what importance a current character might play in later books.
May 18, 2011
Kate
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One of my all time favorites, I actually first listened to it on Book on Tape in like 3rd grade (and still listen to the same set of tapes) and it hooked me on Archeology, but especially Egyptology. I am now an Anthropology major, preparing to spend the rest of my life poor.
Jun 01, 2011
Carrie
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The characters in Elizabeth Peters books are just wonderful. Each character has a tenacious and colorful personality which adds true vigor & vitality to each & every story by this author. LOVE THEM. If you like Indiana Jones, you will LOVE these books.
Mar 17, 2011
Rustin
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Left me a bit disappointed. I did like the voice the author used. She speaks in first person through Amelia Peabody, a progressive female adventurer, slueth, & Egyptologist. Her husband got on my nerves and didn't seem to have much depth as a character.
Jun 18, 2011
Jana
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These are such delightful books. I love the character of Amelia, and her sassy ways. I really enjoy the Emerson family, and Peters does a wonderful job at bringing their individual, quirky personalities out. This story was fun, intense at time and was a great listen. Barbara Rosenblat is by far the best narrator. Her different voices are so well done, that you can always tell who is speaking. I love reading Peters Amelia Peabody books. Truly a great read!
Dec 06, 2010
Kathy
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Another major character is introduced in The Hippopotamus Pool. I guess it's the only fun part of having read the novels out of order. Amelia Peabody cracks me up---an original suffragette. She is opinionated, stubborn, self-righteous, melodramatic, pompous, and an interfering know-it-all who is also honest, loyal, open-minded, tolerant, caring, and good-hearted with the most amusing, full-of-life husband. Aware of her character, her family and friends are in turn open-minded and tolerant of
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Jul 07, 2009
Libby
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The Emersons discover Tetisheri's tomb, deal with two rival antiquities gangs (since they assume Sethos is dead), and David joins the family. Ramses and Nefret engage in their first book full of sparring.
Apr 28, 2010
Lisa
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I'm accustomed to reading mysteries that only take an hour or two to get through, so this one was a change. I'm afraid I'm not very interested in the Egyptology, but the characters are fabulous!
Mar 26, 2009
Sybelle
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Another one of the many in this series Amelia Peabody. Mystery combined with historical fiction. I really enjoyed it. I am not reading them in order, but it does not matter much it seems.
Apr 26, 2011
Vanessa
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I love the Amelia Peabody books! She's such a great character and when I'm listening to the books, I feel as if I'm part of her zany family. In this episode, Amelia has once again thwarted evildoers and saved various members of her family. A fun read - I look forward to the next book in the series!
Oct 02, 2011
B.L.
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Despite the discovery that "The Hippopotamus Pool" is actually book #8 in the Amelia Peabody series, I did thouroughly enjoy it. I know that once I acquire books 3-7, I'll better understand some of the characters I read about in this installment, but the story was there and my attention was held to the last word.
