The Apprentice of Anubis Series in Order

About The Apprentice of Anubis series

Series Premise

The core premise unfolds in an alternative present where the Egyptian Empire never fell and continues to shape global society. Ankhesenamun (Ani), a young woman from a modest background, dreams of serving the Temple of Anubis and mastering embalming. When she becomes the first apprentice Blessed by Anubis in years—marked by his divine favor—she is thrust into the elite world of the London Temple. Ani must navigate rigorous training, temple hierarchies, political intrigues, and supernatural mysteries while honoring the god of the dead. Her journey involves learning sacred rites, protecting the deceased, uncovering hidden threats to the temples, and balancing personal growth with divine responsibilities, often aided by her loyal jackal familiar.

Main Characters

Ankhesenamun (Ani) anchors the series as the determined, relatable protagonist: earnest, hardworking, and initially overwhelmed by her unexpected blessing, she grows into a skilled priestess through perseverance and empathy. Her jackal familiar provides companionship, guidance, and occasional comic relief.

Setting

The setting is a vibrant, alternative modern London where ancient Egyptian influence permeates daily life: grand temples rise alongside skyscrapers, priests and priestesses perform public rituals, and mummification practices coexist with contemporary society. The Temple of Anubis serves as the central hub—grand halls, embalming chambers, sacred jackal statues, and living quarters—while the city blends pharaonic architecture, Nile-inspired motifs, and multicultural elements. The atmosphere feels both timeless and fresh, with festivals, divine interventions, and the quiet reverence of handling the dead.

Tone & Themes

The tone is warm, immersive, and gently romantic, mixing light intrigue, workplace dynamics, and heartfelt moments with subtle humor and reverence for mythology. Greenwood keeps the stories cozy yet engaging, emphasizing discovery, loyalty, and quiet magic over darkness. Themes celebrate personal ambition and self-worth, the sacredness of death and rebirth, navigating power structures, found family in temple life, and the transformative power of divine favor and love. It explores balancing tradition with individuality, the responsibilities of blessing, and how even ordinary people can achieve extraordinary purpose.

In the end, The Apprentice of Anubis series enchants with its blend of mythology, magic, and heartfelt growth, proving that divine calling can come to anyone willing to answer. Greenwood weaves a world where the ancient and modern dance together, where embalming the dead is an act of love, and where one woman's quiet determination can honor gods and hearts alike. Readers close each book inspired, warmed by Ani's journey, and eager to return to the temple's sacred halls—reminding us that true blessing lies in embracing one's path with courage and compassion.