The sweeping story of a powerful Egyptian family, Nefertiti: A Novel tells the tale of two
sisters, one of whom is destined to rule as one of history’s most fascinating queens.
Beautiful Nefertiti and her sister, Mutnodjmet, have been raised far from the court of
their aunt, the Queen of Egypt. But when the Pharaoh of Egypt dies their father’s power
play makes Nefertiti wife to the new and impetuous king. It is hoped she will temper
King Amunhotep’s desire to overturn Egypt’s religion, but the ambitious Nefertiti
encourages his outrageous plans instead, winning the adoration of the people while
making powerful enemies at court. Younger yet more prudent, Mutnodjmet is her sister’s
sole confidant, and only she knows what lengths to which Nefertiti will go for a child to
replace the son of Amunhotep’s first wife.
As King Amunhotep’s commands become more extravagant, he and Nefertiti ostracize
the army, clergy, and Egypt’s most powerful allies. But it is only when Mutnodjmet
begins a dangerous affair with a general that she sees how tenuous her situation is at her
own sister’s court. An epic story that resurrects ancient Egypt in vivid detail, Nefertiti: A
Novel:
“Brings ancient Egypt to life as two royal sisters struggle to find fulfillment and
happiness—one craving ultimate political power, the other desiring only to follow her
heart.” India Edghill, author of Wisdom’s Daughter
“There haven’t been two more fascinating or outrageous siblings since the Boleyn sisters
burst onto the pages of historical fiction. Nefertiti is totally obsessive reading.” Robin
Maxwell, author of The Secret Diary of Anne Boleyn