The Ape Who Guards the Balance

The Amelia Peabody Series, Book 10

De: Elizabeth Peters

Narrado por: Barbara Rosenblat

Against the romantic backdrop of Edwardian Egypt, the irresistible Amelia Peabody and her charmingly unconventional family prove themselves to be formidable foes of villainy. In The Ape Who Guards the Balance, Amelia must muster all of her considerable skills of detection to unravel a snarled web of stolen archeological treasures, murderous cults, and fallen women.

The Peabody-Emerson family has set sail for Egypt and the 1907 archaeological season. But a mint-condition papyrus of the Book of the Dead falls into their hands, and the prospects for the 1907 archaeological season turn deadly.

This captivating best seller showcases the talent that caused the Mystery Writers of America to name Elizabeth Peters a Grand Master. With Barbara Rosenblat's dazzling narration, you will find yourself held pleasurably in the balance of this exotic mystery.

Don't miss the rest of the Amelia Peabody series. You can also check out more of our Most Addictive Series.©1998 Elizabeth Peters (P)2004 Recorded Books, LLC

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"An appealing cast of characters is led by a curious and adventurous heroine capable of handling any crisis that appears. The setting among ancient Egyptian ruins is an ever-fascinating one. Barbara Rosenblat's reading is lively, and her characterizations effective." (Library Journal)

Wow! A disappointing book in the series!

More of a teenage Nancy Drew meets The Hardy Boys! Peabody and Emerson take a backseat to adolescent relationships.

Emilia Peabody

Every one in the series has been a joy to read or listen to. The narration was nicely done.

Tremendous

Frankly, one would assume that Peters' storytelling would wane on occasion, but no. She crafts her stories with finesse, wry humor. Though I hold out for the next time she will describe her husband's 'sapphirine' eyes... a term too oft used, I am reaching for just anything that rubs me. I cannot really complain, the story as always is engrossing, the family web and intricate emotional subplot as Ramses and his closest friends try to decipher the secret life of Amelia. I really think the narrative device Ms. Peters starts to employ (the newly found texts - 'Manuscript H' written by other members of the family) so as to present other perspectives is truly well done. The first author I have followed from book to book. A must read series and The Ape Who Guards the Balance, one of my favorite of the lot; provided you are listening to Rosenblat, of course, no disrespect to other narrators intended, but frankly, only Rosenblat can do all these personalities, accents and such.

Wonderful

What a great continuing story of adventure, villains, love and friendships. Wonderful narrating adds to the experience of the characters and keeps you entertained the entire book. You will not be disappointed.

Elizabeth Peters and Barbara Rosenblat cant be beat

I listen to this series over and over, year after year. Every Amelia novel, read by BR rates 5 stars plus. Every one.

Wonderful but ...

As always Amelia Peabody makes me laugh and keeps me entertained. “The children “ are growing up and having adventures of their own. The usual nemesis rise. The only little catch is that this book feels a bit like a place holder. You need it to set the scene for adventure to come but in itself it is not entirely satisfying. Don’t miss it if you love the series.

A pivotal book in the series

Barbara Rosenblat is an incredible narrator!! I have especially enjoyed the evolution of Ramses’ voice.

AMAZING, off course!

I own and read and listened to multiple times every book of this series! It saddens me that some seem to be missing from audible! i don't understand why, I love this story and these characters and the narrator is perfect! Please bring the missing two books here too!!!

everything you want in a book

Where does The Ape Who Guards the Balance rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

right up there with the best. Loving the series. My vision is starting to go so I love the fact that I can get the book with optional audio. laughter, suspense, irony, mystery etc,etc,etc. the characters are so unique!

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Ape Who Guards the Balance?

too many to separate any one of the best moments

What about Barbara Rosenblat’s performance did you like?

the performance was good but with so many different characters it was sometimes confusing. these books could use two different readers.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

definitely-- almost did. however, one must get sleep sometime.

Any additional comments?

please have all of her books with whisper sync and still be reasonable in price.You should have special access for people who have impaired vision.

entertaining story

I love Elizabeth Peters. Her books are very interseting and keeps you listening for more. Even though a few parts are a little boring or drug out, the story still keeps you listening. If you have not listen to one of her book before, it maybe a little confusing when she switches a manuscript "h", it take you on a side journey but it always comes together. I enjoy them ,I hope you will too!