What the River Knows: A Novel (Secrets of the Nile, 1)

Inez Olivera is fascinated by the magic steeped in nineteenth century Buenos Aires, but her heart longs to be with her parents in Egypt. Her dreams are crushed when she receives word of their deaths. Disguising herself as a widow, she travels to Egypt, where she reunites with her uncle, who is searching for the tomb of Cleopatra and his annoyingly infuriating assistant. But as she pushes her way into his journey, the secrets she unveils may reveal truths she isn’t prepared to learn.

This adventure is incredible from beginning to end, drawing you into this stunning world filled with magic and humor. Inez’s wit and relentless stubbornness make her the ideal heroine that every historical adventure needs. Her desire to find answers drives her choices and opens up a deeper mystery as she deals with an uncle she’s met only once and his handsome assistant, Whit. The dialogue between her and Whit is quick and clever, with never a dull moment, as their friction is perfect enemies-to-lovers friction. The magic feels like a natural fit to the world, effortlessly woven into the historical setting, particularly through Cleopatra. What the River Knows will leave you immediately wanting the next book, as the humor, charm, wit, and action are a top-notch adventure from start to finish.