River God: A Novel of Ancient Egypt

Wilbur Smith

Jul 2014 · St. Martin's Griffin

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Tanus is the fair-haired young lion of a warrior whom the gods have decreed will lead Egypt's army in a bold attempt to reunite the Kingdom's shattered halves. But Tanus will have to defy the same gods to attain the reward they have forbidden him, an object more prized than battle's glory: possession of the Lady Lostris, a rare beauty with skin the color of oiled cedar--destined for the adoration of a nation, and the love of one extraordinary man.

International bestselling author Wilbur Smith, creator of over two dozen highly acclaimed novels, draws readers into a magnificent, richly imagined Egyptian saga. Exploding with all the drama, mystery, and rage of ancient Egypt, River God is a masterpiece from a storyteller at the height of his powers.

Ratings and reviews

Amazing book one of the few books I've actually read twice. The man writes in a way at least in this book where you really visualize everything you're reading. And I've always enjoyed Egyptian mythology folklore and history. So I was really able to sink my teeth into this book. It has a very unique protagonist and an epic storyline. I did not care too much for the second one in the series but this one's amazing. I've been wondering for years why Hollywood hasn't adapted this into a film? They should.

Funny, Taita gives us an insiders view into a world we have only dream of. We see true love and sacrifice, devotion of key characters for one another to benefit an entire civilization. Charming and amusing is our rascal Taita.

A well documented book about early Egypt

About the author

Wilbur Smith has written more than twenty-five novels, including the bestselling River God, The Seventh Scroll, Warlock, and Monsoon. His books are now translated into twenty-six languages and have sold over 110 million copies.