In her second Seven Wonders novel, T L Higley transports the reader to Ancient Egypt and the wonder of the Great Pyramids that stand to this day. Tracy's research is impeccable and I was completely immersed in the culture of the day and the political posturings of Pharoah Khufu, a of man who believed he was god on earth. Tracy's characterisation is second to none, her pacing perfect and the suspense and intrigue had me engrossed from the start. Neferet's faith beckons to Hemi's deep longing for forgiveness and the heartache of hidden guilt and broken relationships is explored in depth. Weaving fascinating historical facts into a fast paced mystery and a touch of romance, City of the Dead is an exceptional read. I can't wait for Guardian of the Flame, the story of the Lighthouse of Alexandria coming in October, 2009.

~RelzReviewz

T. L. Higley's City of the Dead brings the long-lost past wonderfully alive. The mystery at the heart of this tale will keep you guessing until the final pages. Though the characters are drawn from a remote time and place, their dreams and passions are as contemporary as this very moment. City of the Dead is a spiritual journey down the River of Time that you'll remember as long as you live.

~Jim Denney, author of the Timebenders series and Answers to Satisfy the Soul

Captivating! With vivid characters and a spell-binding plot, T.L. Higley’s City of the Dead kept me mesmerized from cover to cover.  I heartily recommend this book for anyone looking for can’t-put-it-down fiction in an exotic, fascinating setting.  I’m eagerly looking forward to more from this exciting author.

~-Marlo Schalesky, author of If Tomorrow Never Comes and Beyond the Night
 

City of the Dead is a fascinating tale of deadly secrets that lead to multiple murders in ancient Egypt. With characters fascinatingly real, this is an absorbing thriller you won't want to put down.

~Sharon K. Souza, author of Lying on Sunday

City of the Dead, the second of T. L. Higley's Seven Wonders novels, is the story of the man who oversees the building of Egypt's Great Pyramid.  Higley once more gives readers a fascinating and too-seldom-offered glimpse into one of the greatest achievements of antiquity.  This series is a wonder in itself.

~DeAnna Julie Dodson, author of In Honor Bound
 

Story teller par excellence, T.L. HIGLEY transports the reader into the revived world of Ancient Egypt within the City of the Dead.

In this page turner, Higley has succeeded in building up the suspense until the last page. Reserve some precious time for this novel because you will not be able to put it down once you start reading it. 

Higley has thoroughly researched how life must have been at the time of the Ancient Egyptians. The settings, the mood, the weather, the inundations, crocodiles, hippopotamuses, tombs and mastabas, are all very credible. As well, the characters become so familiar that you believe them true to life.

Definitely, an exciting thriller for all. An unmissable read.

~Bookpleasures.com

I loved the first book in this series, Shadow of Colossus, and this book didn't disappoint. The story is intriguing and the setting unique. I enjoyed learning about what life may have been like during the time of the Pharaohs. It was interesting to read about the contrast between Christianity and the Egyptians belief in many gods, and to ponder what they must have thought about the 'rebel' religion at the time.
Higley is a wonderful writer and she's really on to something good with this series set near the Seven Wonders of the World. I can't wait for book three!

~Jill Hart, The Suspense Zone