Children of Stone: Heart of the Lotus by Mary Woldering – A Visionary Fiction Alliance Book Review by R.J. Reviews
In the end of the Fourth Dynasty of Ancient Egypt, the Sojourner Marai has been reunited with Naibe and Arriennu. His other woman Deka, however, remains with the violent prince Maatkare who even now makes plans to attack Marai’s new allies.
In Ineb Hedj, the ancient name for Cairo, a new pharaoh makes preparations to ascend the throne while learning just how dangerous the hold priest Hordjedetf can be. The priest Wserkaf and his princess consort Khentie must discover a secret before Hordjedtef can seize the power for himself.
The Children of the Stone shape those they possess towards their own goals. What will happen as the powers of Ancient Egypt clash. What new events will be unleashed. How will new revelations affect the characters in their bid for power, knowledge, and faith?
Woldering’s series continues to show her deep knowledge of Ancient Egyptian, Sumerian, and Semetic mythology and history, blending real figures who lived with mystical events. She feels in the gaps left in the recorded history of Ancient Egypt as her character contest with the events that shaped the mythologies for millennia to come.
Heart of the Lotus goes from revelation to tense situations, ending on a powerful moment. Events are moving and the true enemy of all may finally be revealed. Delve into the ancient past, to the believes of peoples who, though dead, have shaped our modern world down through the centuries.
A fabulous blend of history and fiction. Lovers of this genre need to check out this indie gem!
