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The splendor and danger of ancient Egypt continues in the second volume of this magnificent saga. For Ramses, the Son of Light, the coronation has arrived. Now he will learn whether the friends of his youth--people such as Moses and the aging Greek poet, Homer--can truly be trusted. Shaanar, the young king's scheming older brother, still has designs on the crown, and in the shadows, the machinations of a mysterious sorcerer threaten the throne.

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The splendor and danger of ancient Egypt continues in the second volume of this magnificent saga. For Ramses, the Son of Light, the coronation has arrived. Now he will learn whether the friends of his youth--people such as Moses and the aging Greek poet, Homer--can truly be trusted. Shaanar, the young king's scheming older brother, still has designs on the crown, and in the shadows, the machinations of a mysterious sorcerer threaten the throne Print ads. National print publicity. (Historical Fiction) .

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4.0 out of 5 stars The Forces of Evil Set Upon Ramses, Jun 13 2004

By	Frank T. Klus (Phoenix, Arizona United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

At twenty-three years of age Ramses becomes pharaoh but will it be a short reign? His brother, Shanaar, hasn't given up hope of being pharaoh and is poised to use the king's friends against him. But Shanaar isn't alone. People close to him want to weaken him and an outsider wants to challenge him with black magic. Ramses is young and inexperienced but seems to have the gods on his side. What is needed now is the power of the eternal temple.

In Volume II of Christian Jacq's five-volume set The Eternal Temple brings to life the struggles of the young king to rule a divisive country. Seti I, who is seen as the gentle and wise ruler imparting his wisdom to his son, has died suddenly and now the young Ramses must steer a country alone with dark forces converging on him. Moses is beginning to hear God's call and questions the role of religion in Egyptian society. Yet he is loyal to Ramses, his boyhood friend. To make matters more difficult on Moses a stranger is encouraging him to accept Aton, the one true god. Now forces beyond Moses' control will force him to choose his own way. The Hittites are also stirring in Syria and the Nubians are rebelling. Ramses must be careful and he can't trust anyone.

The Ramses set is very easy reading and Jacq's writing style is crisp and keeps the action moving. The exciting characters such as Moses, Homer, Menelaus and Helen of Troy make this period one of the most exciting in the ancient world.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Good representation of Ancient Egypt with boring plot, May 23 2003

By	Snake Fang (Sofia, Bulgaria) - See all my reviews

I found the second of the five books about Ramses very boring. First book (Son Of Light) seemed good to me, it had an interesting plot, but after (and while) reading its sequel I felt very disappointed. First of all - bad characters are banally bad and good characters - extremely good and luck is always on their side. Ramses is something like a superman, not a human. There are a lot of fictional moments in the book - like the way Ramses finds Abu Simbel, it was the elephant he saved in the first book that shows the place to him. Wow, what magnificent creatures were there in Ancient Egypt. And not to talk about the magic that is practiced and has real effect. The only character that develops in some way is Moses but his development seems so illogical and unnatural that it only strenghtens my disappointment from the book. And remember Sari - Ramses' teacher? He's so bad now that I can hardly believe such transformation in real environment. Sometimes dialogues between characters are so banal that they do not represent nothing you don't know or wouldn't expect.

The book has some good points though. It gives valuable information about Ancient Egypt mythology and if you abstract youself from the simplicity of the characters you could find Ancient Egypt's representation quite successful at moments.

One of the little moments that I like in the book is the birth of Ramses' daughter and the struggle for her life.

As a conclusion I would say that this book may be found interesting for people interested in Ancient Egypt but those looking for good story may find it boring.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Good representation of Ancient Egypt with boring plot, May 22 2003

By	Snake Fang (Sofia, Bulgaria) - See all my reviews

I found the second of the five books about Ramses very boring. First book (Son Of Light) seemed good to me, it had an interesting plot, but after (and while) reading its sequel I felt very disappointed. First of all - bad characters are banally bad and good characters - extremely good and luck is always on their side. Ramses is something like a superman, not a human. There are a lot of fictional moments in the book - like the way Ramses finds Abu Simbel, it was the elephant he saved in the first book that shows the place to him. Wow, what magnificent creatures were there in Ancient Egypt. And not to talk about the magic that is practiced and has real effect. The only character that develops in some way is Moses but his development seems so illogical and unnatural that it only strenghtens my disappointment from the book. And remember Sari - Ramses' teacher? He's so bad now that I can hardly believe such transformation in real environment. Sometimes dialogues between characters are so banal that they do not represent nothing you don't know or wouldn't expect.

The book has some good points though. It gives valuable information about Ancient Egypt mythology and if you abstract youself from the simplicity of the characters you could find Ancient Egypt's representation quite successful at moments.

One of the little moments that I like in the book is the birth of Ramses' daughter and the struggle for her life.

As a conclusion I would say that this book may be found interesting for people interested in Ancient Egypt but those looking for good story may find it boring.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining light read
A five volume series may seem a daunting commitment but I assure you these are quick enjoyable reads. Read more

Published on Jan 9 2003 by Logan Daugherty

4.0 out of 5 stars The next stage
If you have read Son of Light this book is the next natural progression in the saga of Ramses' reign.

It is equally as entertaining and easy to read as Volume 1. Read more

Published on Aug 14 2002 by K. Quirke

5.0 out of 5 stars Ramses, ramen� de la mort...
If you are an egypt recent lover, this intense zaga will foster you into a new-world-long-time-gone. Mr. Read more

Published on Oct 28 2001 by Right Writer

5.0 out of 5 stars Loved the entire series
Only problem I had with this entire series of books is that the series ends. Loved the history and the story teller. Read more

Published on Jul 25 2001 by Mark D. Jones

4.0 out of 5 stars Egypt's Finest.
I picked this up for my love of Ancient Egypt, and enjoyed this winding tale immensely. Follows time fairly well, with the exception of the inclusion of Homer - but still. Read more

Published on May 31 2001 by Akethan

3.0 out of 5 stars Could do better
This author is undoubtedly a gifted story-teller. What irritates me is that he presents witchcraft and black magic as though they were real. Read more

Published on May 30 2001 by J. Thiry

5.0 out of 5 stars Ramses, The Eternal Temple
I needed another series to keep my mind engaged while I waited for the next "Left Behind" book to be released. This one has been great. Read more

Published on Dec 12 2000 by Rick

3.0 out of 5 stars Lots of education, a bit of sex with a twist of religion
This is a really nice collection. I enjoyed it very much. It is so very well researched in both historical and religious terms. Read more

Published on Aug 29 2000 by AA

5.0 out of 5 stars A New Twist on History
Here's a book that both enthralls you and challenges your basic concepts. I found the relationship between Moses and Ramses II extremely fascinating, making me rethink some... Read more

Published on Aug 11 2000 by L. Rudd

5.0 out of 5 stars The light of a Civilization
These series of books about Ramses show a civilization super organized. With Ramses II Egypt is taken to its golden era. Read more

Published on Jun 14 2000

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