New Paranormal Historical Fiction Novel, Shadow of the Sun, Offers a Delightful Plunge into Ancient Egypt and Its Mysteries
Online, July 16, 2012 (Newswire.com) - Egypt, believed to be one of the oldest ancient Civilizations, has never ceased to fascinate the modern world.. Many have been told about the ancient mystery that Egypt remains to be - but nothing beats a great read that takes anyone back into time and to their world.
A reign of terror has kept Egypt in shadow, even at the apex of her power and glory. The greedy and corrupt priests of the dark god Amun maintain a tight grip on the people through the use of fear, superstition, brutality, and, when necessary, diabolical sorcery. Now, there is the promise of a new hope, a new light, but that promise is not welcomed by all. Shadow of the Sun is an epic tale of Queen Nefertiti and Pharaoh Akhenaten's utopian dream to bring harmony and peace back to a broken land, aided by their loving daughter and her paranormal abilities.
Painting a vivid picture of ancient Egypt, the historical fiction masterpiece is authored by Merrie P Wycoff who has dedicated her life following her passion for the Egyptian culture.
"Growing up in San Jose, California, I unearthed my passion for Egypt at The Rosicrucian Museum. Having traveled extensively throughout Egypt, I studied with an ancient wisdom keeper and uncovered an entirely unique perspective of this culture," Ms. Wycoff says at MerriePWycoff.com.
Shadow of the Sun interweaves fascinating Egyptian history with age-old controversy. Reading the epic novel, readers will be curious to know whether Pharaoh Akhenaten was a heretic or a hero. History has painted the Pharaoh as a deluded dreamer and a visionary who yearned to build a utopian society. However, most historians brand him as a heretic for outlawing the worship of all local deities and dismantling the Amun Priesthood by closing down the temples that employed thousands.
As the reader opens Shadow of the Sun, they will fall into the story of Queen Nefertiti and her first daughter, Princess Merit-Aten - who has the honor and challenge of saving her family even if it means destroying them. In the dark midst of a reigning religious terror, the ambitious Queen Nefertiti and her idyllic consort King Akhenaten introduce a peaceful, loving form of worship - the two rip Egypt apart. Even worse, their curious young daughter, Merit-Aten, makes a powerful enemy who vows to rid Egypt of these heretics. Fleeing Thebes to build a new capitol in a desolate desert, Merit-Aten struggles to save her family.
Conflict gyrates from every corner as Merit-Aten's parents have dramatically different views on how she should do it. Her father, Pharaoh Akhenaten desires that she remain chaste and take the perilous path of an Egyptian Mystery School initiate. Queen Nefertiti, her mother, has a different vision: a vision that demands for her to choose a consort and produce more heirs to ensure the family's survival.
Avid followers of the Egyptian culture - or people who simply want a great adventure and informative read - should visit www.merriepwycoff.com and discover Jealousy, Lies, Betrayal, Murder...and Magic in the newest book, Shadow of the Sun.
To contact an interview or more information:
Rev. Merrie P. Wycoff, M.Msc., Ph.D.
Author of Shadow of the Sun
Web: www.merriepwycoff.com
Email: merriepwycoff@aol.com
Facebook: Merrie P Wycoff Author
Twitter: Merrie P Wycoff
Related Media
