Official Review: Scepter of Flint by N.L. Holmes

[Parahiyo]

Great review. The book seems enjoyable and interesting.

[Verna Coy]

Although this isn’t my style of book to read, I can see how it will appeal to many. It’s fantastic that the characters are so well-developed! Thanks so much for an insightful review!

[Damian Keyes]

I love how you simplified this book in a concise way, while growing my interest in the story. I'm a fam of those ancient adventurous stories that take you on an magical journey. Congrats on being BOTD!

[Praise GodWord]

I found this plot very interesting. Sounded like the history of the ancient Babylonians. Good job by Holmes.

[Miraphery]

I was worried about confusing the characters as I read the review, I'm glad the author did a great job with that as it can be a turn-off for me. The plot seems interesting and I look forward to finding out how these events relate. Thanks for the review.

[Gemjay]

The review is amazing. The book sounds interesting. I especially loved the part where Hani is secretly investigating about the King's son. Is he really of the same bloodline with the King? The names are too confusing though.

[jaym_tan]

This historical fiction is very intriguing since it has an element of mystery and crime, the part about the king's male son being not the true heir is really interesting and I want to find out more about it in this fascinating novel. Congrats on BOTD!

[Mwatu]

I think it is such a feat that the author is able to pull off this book in the manner you described. The multiple characters that are well-developed, the captivating storyline and its delivery in a manner that allows one to follow the novel as a standalone. Thank you for a lovely review!

[mrlefty0706]

Hani, the new master of the king’s stables, is sent on an assignment to represent King Nefer-khepru-ra on a visit to Djahy and Kharu to secure several commissioners' help for the king's forces. However, the assignment is modified when the information provided by two Djahite emissaries from Urusalim and Queden suggests that some Egyptian soldiers have been seen among the Hapiru, abetting them in attacking vassal cities. Hani now has to find out what some of these commissioners are up to as well as the origin of the troops that have defected to the Hapiru. Who are the Hapiru?

Meanwhile, Hani's family is delighted when Neferet, Hani's younger daughter and physician for the royal women, informs them of the king’s depreciating health. The family secretly wants Nefer-khepru-ra’s reign as king to come to an end so that the priests of Amen-Ra could carry out their plan to return the kingdom to worship of the Hidden One. However, Neferet's friend, the king’s daughter, plots her way to the throne, as she suspects that the king’s ‘supposed’ male son and heir to the throne does not have royal blood. With Neferet’s help, she secretly gets Hani to investigate.

Hani's work is further compounded when a Babylonian diplomat is murdered in Kumudi, one of the vassal cities. He must find and bring the perpetrator(s) to justice before the Babylonian king starts a war. How are all these events connected? Will Hani succeed in his quests? Find out in this third volume in the Lord Hani Mysteries series called Scepter Of Flint by N. L. Holmes.

A tough book to read with all of the Egyptian names. The plot is a good one and Hani has a very complicated role to play in the outcome of this 3rd book in a series of books. Very good official review.

[Kibet Hillary]

I am an ardent reader of historical fiction, and it appears this one is remarkably intriguing. The ending must be a huge twist. I am adding it to my shelf. Thanks for the review.

[Kaitlyn Canedy]

Love the fact that it is based on Egyptian themes; I always thought that the Egyptian culture was interesting. I am not so sure that I will want to read this kind of thing in a fiction book, but congrats to the author on BOTD!

[Ann Ogochukwu]

This book has got quite a complex plot and interesting characters. And you make it sound all the more appealing. I will have a look at it.
Congratulations to the BOTD.

[KapuKapu]

Your review is intriguing making the book worth reading. Nicely done.

[Lorraine De Vos]

Thank you for sharing your review with us. I’m not personally a fan of historical fiction, but I can of a few people I could recommend this book to.

[Nerea]

Though I enjoy reading historical fiction novels and sometimes mystery stories, I don't think I will read this book. Based on the summary of the review I find the story to be boring. I'm not sure I will read the book. Congratulations on being the BOTD though.