A River in the Sky

A Novel

By: Elizabeth Peters

Narrated by: Barbara Rosenblat

“Between Amelia Peabody and Indiana Jones, it’s Amelia—in wit and daring—by a landslide.”
—New York Times Book Review

Intrepid archaeologist and superior sleuth Amelia Peabody returns in A River in the Sky. In this breathtaking new adventure, New York Times bestselling Grand Master Elizabeth Peters transports the indomitable Amelia and her family, the Emersons, from their usual milieu, early twentieth-century Egypt, to an exciting—and dangerous—new locale: Palestine! A tale full of atmosphere, intrigue, and thrills, A River in the Sky is further proof that “Peters has few rivals” (Houston Chronicle).

As Comfy As Slippers

This book is like putting on a favorite pair of old slippers. The characters are familiar, this time in a new setting, the plot unfolds in a satisfying manner, and the narration is excellent.

I have to disagree that Barbara Rosenblat didn't do a good job. She did her usual excellent job, even with various accents. She did put a bit more emphasis on the "H" in Manuscript H than in previous books, but it wasn't annoying to me.

Great literature it's not, but it is a satisfying read.

Love Amelia and Barbara Rosenblat

This is as entertaining as all of the Amelia Peabody books. I have enjoyed listening to every book. Barbara Rosenblat is the best.

Excellent book

So so sad to see this series end.
I know there is a book 20 but I’m going to stop here to remember them now as they were.
This is a great read and listen as always,Barbara Rosenblatt is the best as a narrator and off to Vicky I run!!!

Fabulous Narration - Excellent Writing

Elizabeth Peters (Barbara Mertz) was an excellent writer who brought her love of ancient Egypt to life in her books.

Barbara Rosenblat's narration is one of the best I've ever heard. All of the characters in the book have very distinct voices which are easily discernible.

Ms. Peters (one of the pen names she used -- this one derived from the names of her daughter and son) was able to immerse the reader in not only the lives of her characters but in ancient Egypt.

She was able to add amusing insights into the personality of her characters without going overboard. A subtle example would be: (paraphrased for brevity):

Amelia: Would you like to have tea in the
salon or have it brought up here to our room?

Emerson: I don't want any tea.

Amelia said, We had tea on the terrace of our room.

Listening to these books is like being on an archaeological dig.

I listen to a lot of audio books. I listen every day. The books in this series are so good I am listening to them again in order. It brings joy to listen to this series of books. Getting a free lesson in archaeology is a definite bonus.

Like a visit with old friends!

I’ve listened to the whole series several times with the exception of this out-of-sequence book. So glad I did! It was like a visit with old friends. That it took place earlier in the series didn’t matter; it was great fun to spend some time with Amelia and her family.