Children of the Storm

by Elizabeth Peters
Children of the Storm  
published 2004 by Constable and Robinson
binding Paperback
isbn 1841198277   (isbn13: 9781841198279)
pages 320
description

The Great War has ended at last. Archaeologist Amelia Peabody and her husband, Emerson, the distinguished Egyptologist, no longer fear for the life...more

date added
02-04-07



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Jenn
Jenn rated it: 4 of 5 stars4 of 5 stars4 of 5 stars4 of 5 stars4 of 5 stars
06/15/08

Read in June, 2008
Another great read from Elizabeth Peters. Amelia Peabody Emerson is one of my most favorite characters in literature (I want to be her when I grow up). She doesn't disappoint in Children of the Storm. One of the major bonuses of this series is learning about the Egyptian culture and Egyptology. I find it especially interesting being set in the early 1900's. It is sad to think of all the unrest that has happened in Egypt since then.

This particular Amelia adventure is more of the same. ...more
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Jennie
Jennie marked it as to-read
11/05/07

bookshelves: to-read, wishlist
Book 15 - Peabody

1919-20 Season
Published April 2003

December of 1919 marks the end of the first year of peace after the Great War. Amelia is looking forward to a magical holiday season in her Luxor home with her handsome husband Emerson, their accomplished son Ramses and his doctor-wife Nefret, who are now parents. Joining them is Emerson's brother Walter and his wife Evelyn who arrive from England. Finally united after years of separation and international turmoil, they are planning ...more
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Dameofthebighorns
bookshelves: egyptology
The thing that I love about all off Elizabeth Peters' Amelia Peabody Mysteries is that each book contains thoughful writing, wonderful characters, real egyptology, real egypt history, super mysteries and the author has a witty voice. Now I must admit that I dont usually recommend these books to men because the main character is a head strong british woman - I have found that her voice doesnt really appeal to men but if one is tired of the dry egyptology book pick up Elizabeth Peters and you will...more
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Nikel27
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07/01/08

bookshelves: bookcrossing-com
Good read, bookcrossing book
(sent out via bookcrossing.com)

BackCover:
The Great War has ended -- no longer must archaeologist Amelia Peabody fear for her family. Until her son, Ramses, encounters a mysterious, veiled goddess, and a suspected thief dies a brutal death. Can Amelia defeat a devilish adversary without endangering innocent lives?
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Vincent
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06/25/08

Read in June, 2008

Great Story, I loved the end. Poor Peabody. I think this one is the latest, but the ones written after this one took place earilier.
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Dacia
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07/09/07

bookshelves: audiobook, mystery, peabody, romance
Read in January, 2007
recommends it for: Egypt Lovers, Women, Mystery Lovers
I really liked this book. The twins are great! Plus, you've gotta love Sethos!
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Caroline
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02/08/08

bookshelves: amelia-peabody
Read in February, 2008
1919-20
Amelia 67, Emerson 64, Ramses 32, Nefret 35, twins 2
Luxor
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Beth
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06/28/08

bookshelves: guilty-pleasures
My favorite of the latter Amelia Peabody books...

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Marita
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04/26/08

Read in August, 2005
Not her best work. This book has a very funny ending!
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Lucy
02/26/07

bookshelves: egypt-ancient-et-al, novels-of-mystery, reread, signed, the-mile
#15 for Amelia. The cast is growing exponentially...
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Tania
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04/22/08

bookshelves: mystery
#15 in the series, and the last one I read from it
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Melissa
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11/18/07

#15 need to reread this series...
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colleen
bookshelves: historical, mystery, scpl
Read in March, 2006
read 03.26.06
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Fiordiligi
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05/24/08

bookshelves: 1920s-1930s, keeper, mystery, re-read-2008
May 2008: A+
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04/18/08

 

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Allie_k
Allie_k marked it as to-read
09/04/07

bookshelves: to-read
 


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book data (includes all editions)

avg rating (all editions): 4.03 (401 ratings)
avg rating (this edition): 4.07 (349 ratings)
number of reviews: 14






other editions

Children of the Storm: An Amelia Peabody Mystery (Book 15)
Children of the Storm (Hardcover)
Children of the Storm CD (Audio CD)