What the River Knows: the addictive and endlessly romantic historical fantasy
Nov 2023 · Hachette UK
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A divine exploration. A deadly secret. A desire she can't escape.
'In Egypt? We're all looking for something'
In the glittering society of nineteenth-century Buenos Aires, Inez Olivera has everything, except the one thing she really wants: her parents, who frequently leave her behind on their globetrotting adventures.
Then she receives a terrible letter: her parents have passed away in mysterious circumstances. Determined to uncover the truth, she sets sails for their last port-of-call, Cairo, bringing only her sketch pads and an ancient ring that her father sent to her for safekeeping.
But upon her arrival in Egypt, the ring flares with ancient magic, and Inez is thrust into a treacherous game that could threaten her life - and into the path of her new guardian's infuriatingly handsome assistant, who seems determined to thwart her at every turn . . .
'In Egypt? We're all looking for something'
In the glittering society of nineteenth-century Buenos Aires, Inez Olivera has everything, except the one thing she really wants: her parents, who frequently leave her behind on their globetrotting adventures.
Then she receives a terrible letter: her parents have passed away in mysterious circumstances. Determined to uncover the truth, she sets sails for their last port-of-call, Cairo, bringing only her sketch pads and an ancient ring that her father sent to her for safekeeping.
But upon her arrival in Egypt, the ring flares with ancient magic, and Inez is thrust into a treacherous game that could threaten her life - and into the path of her new guardian's infuriatingly handsome assistant, who seems determined to thwart her at every turn . . .
The Mummy meets Death on the Nile in this lush, immersive historical romantasy set in 19th century Egypt, filled with adventure, laugh-out-loud banter, a slow-burn rivals-to-lovers romance, and a dangerous race.
TROPES
Rivals-to-lovers ⚔ ❤️
Marriage of convenience 💍
Forced proximity 🤏
Slow-burn romance ❤️🔥
PRAISE FROM AUTHORS YOU LOVE
'BURNING WITH ROMANCE' Stephanie Garber
'ALL THE STARS' Heather Fawcett
'A ROMANTIC, SPELLBINDING ADVENTURE' Rebecca Ross
READERS LOVE IT ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'It's now one of my new favourite fantasy novels'
'I was hooked on every word from start to finish. I loved the adventure and the action'
'This book was everything!! Literally, everything about it was purely magical'
'THAT ENDING. I NEED ANSWERS AND I NEED THEM NOW'
A divine exploration. A deadly secret. A desire she can't escape.
'In Egypt? We're all looking for something'
In the glittering society of nineteenth-century Buenos Aires, Inez Olivera has everything, except the one thing she really wants: her parents, who frequently leave her behind on their gl...
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Yukti
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December 26, 2023
“ If you stumble upon this it's a confirmation that you should read this book! ” Finally after a long time I see a well written and intelligent female Character "INEZ"!. Love the way she's so realistic and brave. The book is beautiful and the way Egypt is depicted, the story telling, the plot twists! 10/10. I'm eagerly waiting for the next part!❤️
Elsbeth Zeegers
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June 2, 2025
Loved it!
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November 29, 2024
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About the author
Isabel Ibañez is the author of Together We Burn, Written in Starlight, and Woven in Moonlight (Page Street), a finalist for the William C. Morris Award, and is listed among Time Magazine's 100 Best Fantasy Books Of All Time. She was born in Boca Raton, Florida, and is the proud daughter of Bolivian immigrants. She lives in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, with her husband, their adorable dog, and a serious collection of books.
Isabel Ibañez is the author of Together We Burn, Written in Starlight, and Woven in Moonlight (Page Street), a finalist for the William C. Morris Award, and is listed among Time Magazine's 100 Best Fantasy Books Of All Time. She was born in Boca Raton, Florida, and is the proud daughter of Bolivi...
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