Elizabeth Peters
Elizabeth Peters (1927-2013) was one of the pseudonyms of American writer Barbara Louise Mertz, whose New York Times bestselling Amelia Peabody mysteries are often set against historical backdrops. In 1952, Peters earned a PhD in Egyptology at the University of Chicago. She was named grand master at the inaugural Anthony Awards in 1986 and by the Mystery Writers of America in 1998. In 2003, she received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Malice Domestic Convention.
Elizabeth Peters (1927-2013) was one of the pseudonyms of American writer Barbara Louise Mertz, whose New York Times bestselling Amelia Peabody mysteries are often set against historical backdrops. In 1952, Peters earned a PhD in Egyptology at the University of Chicago. She was named grand master at the inaugural Anthony Awards in 1986 and by the Mystery Writers of America in 1998. In 2003, she received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Malice Domestic Convention. See less
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Elizabeth Peters book reviews
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The Deeds of the Disturber
Elizabeth Peters strikes again! As does a MURDERER
by Tarissa, Jan 21, 2016
This time Amelia and Emerson are back on England's soil, a rare occurrence for readers for this series. It's interesting to see how the couple gets along in London society, when we're so used to ... Read More
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The Camelot Caper
Captivating!
by Elise L, May 25, 2015
Elizabeth Peters can put you right into the situation, you feel like you were there! Read More
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Dead Sea Cipher
A Little bit of History
by Elise L, May 25, 2015
The author makes history come alive! Still feel like I was on location with the characters! Read More