About This Book
An impoverished orphan fights to become a painter in Tutankhamen's unbuilt tomb.
When his father dies, young Ramses' life begins to fall apart. Life on their farm had been so wonderful, as steady and bright as the Egyptian sun. Now, however, he's an orphan in his own home.People whisper that Ramses caused his father's death. They say his skill at drawing is something no farm boy should have. They say his drawings angered the gods, who struck down his parents as punishment. For Ramses, it's a thought too horrible to face. Could it be true? In the dark days that loom ahead, he begins a desperate search for answers about his identity. But his new caretakers have their own plans for the boy. Ramses must struggle against the people who pretend to care for him, must fight for the honor of his parents' memory, must battle against hundreds of years of tradition, against the gods themselves, to fulfill his destiny. "Inspirational""Rich with Egyptian mythology" This well researched story, set in the golden era of Tutankhamen or 'King Tut', combines fact, fiction, and the magic superstition that formed an important part of life in ancient Egypt. Anyone interested in archaeology and art history will be fascinated with this inside look into the lives of tomb builders: the people who painted, sculpted and carved the ancient burial sites of Pharaohs. The village that captures our hero's hope, originally called The Place of Truth and now known as Deir El Medina, still exists. Its archaeological remains can be visited today. "Peters is such a natural and gifted storyteller" ~ Historical Novel Society "A must read!" ~ Scott Lisetor, author of "Crash" and "Planet of the Robots" "Definitely recommend for anyone interested in ancient Egypt" ~ Cheryl Carpinello, author of "MG Arthurian Tales" Will Ramses succeed in fulfilling his longed-for destiny? Or will his caretakers crush his hopes forever? Buy now and start reading.
