Elizabeth Peters

Elizabeth Peters (1927–2013) was the pen name of Barbara Mertz, an American author and Egyptologist who wrote bestselling mystery novels, many set in Egypt and the world of archaeology. Her Amelia Peabody series, featuring a Victorian-era archaeologist-detective, combines mystery, adventure, humour, and meticulous historical detail across over twenty novels. Peters also wrote romantic suspense under the name Barbara Michaels. A River in the Sky is part of the Amelia Peabody series. Her audiobooks and books are beloved by mystery fans who enjoy historical settings, witty heroines, and stories that bring the world of archaeology vividly to life.