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  • Crocodile on the Sandbank

  • The Amelia Peabody Series, Book 1
  • By: Elizabeth Peters
  • Narrated by: Barbara Rosenblat
  • Length: 9 hrs and 54 mins
  • 4.3 out of 5 stars (6,453 ratings)

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Crocodile on the Sandbank

By: Elizabeth Peters
Narrated by: Barbara Rosenblat
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Editorial reviews

Why we think it's Essential: Barbara Rosenblat's expert performance as Egyptologist Amelia Peabody is imaginative, witty, and great fun. Rosenblat has tremendous vocal range, capturing many characters of different genders and ethnicities. This rich and lively story is the first in Elizabeth Peters' Amelia Peabody series, and I can't wait to listen to the rest of them. — Diana Dapito

Publisher's summary

Amelia Peabody inherited two things from her father: a considerable fortune and an unbendable will. The first allowed her to indulge in her life's passion. Without the second, the mummy's curse would have made corpses of them all.
Don't miss the rest of the Amelia Peabody series. You can also check out more of our Most Addictive Series.
©2004 Elizabeth Peters (P)2004 Recorded Books

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Absolutely delightful!

Really loved this. It has everything plus really draws the reader in. Amelia is a woman before her time!

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A joy to read

Okay, I went into this book thinking it was your typical mystery, which is my own error, I suppose. It is more of a historical romance with an element of suspense. It took me a month to listen to the first third. It started out so slow and I was waiting for the action to start. But once I got into it, I enjoyed it tremendously! This is the perfect enemies to lovers story! The mystery wasn't incredible, but the characters are delightful. I will definitely read more in the series.

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Such a fun romp!

Hilarious, engaging writing and phenomenal narration. Pure joy! I can barely wait to start book #2.

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Great change of pace

I don’t often read period pieces but I have to say I really loved this book. The great characters won me over and the mystery, although not too tough, was satisfying and the bad guys get their comeuppance.

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If I could give Barbara Rosenblat 10 stars for her narration, I would

I only buy recorded books of stories I’ve read and like, so I don’t have to pay strict attention whilst listening. Barbara’s narration was exactly what I heard in my head as I was reading. I was thrilled as I listened. I have been disappointed with so many narrations, but not with this one. Unfortunately she only narrates the first two Amelia Peabody books. Buy this one and the Mummy Case. The third one is a serious let down.

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Excellent historical mystery

I am a fan of mysteries and particularly cozies these days. This series is a sort of cozy historical mystery or amateur sleuth historical mystery. I have read some of these in the past but seem to have missed this one. I think I will continue to listen to them. I like the sound of Barbara Rosenblatt's voice telling the story.
I had quite a lot figured out as the story went along but I didn't mind continuing the tale and seeing if I was right. A good story with well-drawn characters and dialogue will do that for me. Especially with a great narrator.
I can recommend this book, series and author.

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Brilliant

Crocodile on the Sandbank was an incredibly fun, funny and suspenseful read. I look forward to reading more books in Barbara Metz’s Amelia Peabody series.

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Story and narration are well done

Great story and mystery. This is well narrated with an excellent pace and understanding of cultural context. Fun time listening.

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Amelia is a one of a kind heroine and a great narration

This is the origin story of Amelia Peabody and Emerson. The mummy mystery is far fetched but entertaining. The narrator is excellent.

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Great adventure

Fun characters and good writing. Liked the story and the twists. Better than tv. Recommend.

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