Modern adventures – Ancient mysteries – Escapist fiction
Hi. I’m the author of escapist fiction series: “Meredith Pink’s Adventures in Egypt”, available in both Kindle and paperback at Amazon.com and Amazon.co.uk.
They’re a blend of modern adventure story and ancient Egyptian mystery, with a sprinkling of romance and humour; all set in the fabled land of the pharaohs.
The inspiration for Carter’s Conundrums came standing inside his house which opened to the public as a museum late in 2009. For a long time I had the place to myself… And it got me thinking… What if I were to be trapped in here…?…what secrets might it reveal to me….? From these questions Meredith Pink was created. Getting accidentally locked inside the Carter House sets her off on the adventure of a lifetime.
Tutankhamun’s Triumph picks up where Carter’s Conundrums ends and explores some of the mysteries surrounding the fabled Armana period of ancient Egypt and Tutankhamun’s role in burying some “precious jewels”. Meredith (Merry) is making new friends in Egypt, who join her on her madcap adventures as she unravels more mysteries from Egypt’s ancient past and unlocks more of its secrets.
Hatshepsut’s Hideaway continues the modern adventure while delving further back into Egyptian history. The female pharaoh Hatshepsut, to me, is the most fascinating. For my mystery I chose to focus on whether her courtier Senenmut was more than just a good friend and why Thutmosis III left it twenty years to seek to obliterate Hatshepsut from the king-list.
Farouk’s Fancies is set just before the events of the summer of 2013 which saw President Mohammed Morsi removed from office. It’s asks whether the Dead Sea Scrolls might perhaps have proved some link between the Bible and Pharaonic history. It also tells the story of Egypt’s last monarch, King Farouk, his love of excess, and some of his more outlandish habits. He was exiled from Egypt in the 1950s revolution.
Akhenaten’s Alibi picks up a couple of months after Farouk’s Fancies finishes. Set during the turbulent events of the coup d’etat, which removed President Morsi from office, this story explores whether the pharaoh Akhenaten was similarly forced to abdicate his position. The action in this story moves between Luxor, Cairo and Amarna, once the city of Akhet-Aten built by the rebel pharaoh when he created his new religion, breaking with centuries of traditional worship.
Seti’s Secret is my take on the Exodus story. It explores the links between the Amarna period in Egypt and the ‘Greatest Story Ever Told’, and puts forward a new identity for Biblical Moses, who grew up as a royal prince in Egypt. There’s a treasure map thrown in for good measure, all linked to the mysterious Copper Scroll, found among the Dead Sea Scrolls, which appears to be a record of the burial of vast quantities of gold.
Belzoni’s Bequest moves the action to the British Museum in London. Giovanni Belzoni, once a circus strongman, was one of the earliest explorers of Egypt, travelling there in the early 1800s. Remarkably, his wife travelled with him, and had adventures of her own. Is it possible it was more than just the temples and tombs of ancient Egypt they dug out of the sand.
Nefertari’s Narrative takes Merry back to Egypt to follow in the footsteps of the Belzonis, while also exploring the origins of Queen Nefertari, the favourite wife of Ramses II. In 2016, Nefertari’s tomb in the Valley of the Queens was opened to the public for the first time since World War II. The story asks whether its possible Nefertari, who never claimed royal titles was nevertheless descended from the royal house.
Ramses’ Riches continues Merry’s mission to retrace Giovanni Belzoni’s adventures in Egypt and Nubia. This time, the destination is Abu Simbel, where Belzoni famously dug the Great Temple of Ramses II from the sand. This time, the story explores the epic story of Helen of Troy, and whether she was ever in Egypt. There’s also a link to a more recent slice of – British – history.
Ramses’ Revenge moves to the mysteries surrounding the ‘harem conspiracy’ to murder pharaoh Ramses III towards the beginning of the 20th Dynasty of the New Kingdom. The mummy of Ramses III, on display in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, reveals that he had his throat slit. While a huge amount of monumental and textual evidence survives from this rather violent chapter in pharaonic history, almost nothing is known about the royal queen who incited the insurrection to remove her husband, dispatch the Crown Prince, and place her own son on the throne.
As you can see, I love ancient Egyptian mysteries. Are there more undiscovered royal tombs? What riddles does the Sphinx pose? Are the pyramids aligned with the stars? I hope my protagonists Merry and Adam can grapple with some of these questions and provide an enjoyable lighthearted read at the same time.
I’m also the author of “Shades of Gray” (no, not that one !!). Mine’s a romantic family saga, written under the name of Fiona Wilson and also available on Kindle or in paperback via Amazon. Click here to find out more or buy now.
I live in Kent, England, with my two impish Burmese cats.
I love to hear from my readers. So please do leave me a comment. And, if you enjoy my books, perhaps you would kindly put a review on Amazon. I very much appreciate it. Thank you.
Fiona Deal 
As a frustrated Egyptologist (my parents talked me out of it), and devoted fan of all things Amelia Peabody, I heartily congratulate you for capturing the same “flavour” and energy that Dr. Barbara Mertz did with Peabody. The incorporation of Ancient Egyptian history, mystery, humour, and action in your stories is perfect, and I greatly look forward to your continuation of the series.
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Hi M. A. Rogers. Wow ! That’s the best compliment anyone can pay me when it comes to my books. Thank you for taking the time to leave me a comment. I’m thrilled you enjoyed my stories.
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Can we expect any more Meredith Pink stories? I’ve read all current ones. Fingers crossed.
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Hi writersatdotdotdot (great name!) Thank you for getting in touch and I hope your message means you’ve enjoyed my Merry Adventures so far. Yes! I have one in draft – just need to get time away from the day job to edit it. And more planned. Watch this space …
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Hi Fiona,
I keep getting emails from you that say they have photos from you in them, however the y link to all sorts of sites. Today’s links to a weight loss article on the Daily Mail. Thought you should know.
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Hi Sue, I imagine that means I’ve been hacked so suggest you don’t click on any more links. Thanks for letting me know. Fiona
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Hello Fiona and Fans.
Just a quick explanation of why dodgy emails appear to be arriving from Fiona (I’m a very old computer security fiend and also fan of the books).
This is a two part problem :
1. Email harvesting – all the email addresses on a computer or a website are stolen by a bad person. They are then sold multiple times to other bad people.
2. Address spoofing – the buyers of harvested email addresses then use them to send out all manner unpleasant content but hide their email address behind one of the harvested emails.
This has been happening since the internet was born but there is a major difference now, emails are still happening but the nasty content is now completely removed before you can touch it. Make sure any Microsoft devices have up to date 3rd party antivirus and all Apple devices are fully updated.
I used to receive the emails and managed to mitigate the problem but only in my case and I only had the time to assist one bogus sender in learning the error of their activities.
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As a student of Egyptology through university of Manchester I enjoy the way you incorporate egyptian history into your books. Knowing the history you refer to in your books make for interesting reading with a blend of fact and fiction. Great books. I am waiting belzoni’s bequest to arrive in the post before I continue your books. Great reading
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Hi Des, thank for leaving me a comment, it means a lot to know you’re enjoying the books. It’s always great when a student of Egyptology lets me know they like the blend of real history and fiction 😊. Fiona
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Hi Fiona – Deimos here.
Hopefully you already know but I have received a regular supply of virus ridden emails Attempting to fool me by using your name.
I’m not sure if I ever mentioned my previous career before retirement but I was an awfully feared bastard electronic counter attack master. Please keep that to yourself if possible.
Either your computers have a virus or something beyond your control has happened.
If you need free assistance with a virus or anything similar then let me know.
Always happy to help someone who writes for my happiness.
Deimos
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Hi Mark, oh no ! That’s the first I’ve heard of that ! I use a Mac so surprised. Sorry for the hassle. If you can give me an idea what to do that would be great. Thanks for flagging. Fiona
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Hi Fiona
I also use Apple kit and normally we are bulletproof however our MicroSoft using collaborators are usually the source of the problem.
To put it simply you have an infected friend, their machine is using your email address in vain. It will take me a few days to find the weak link and I will let you know my solution then.
I don’t normally encourage Apple users to use extra security and I won’t this time either. I might recommend a little tightening of your security settings but not until I have the whole picture.
Happy to help, it gives me a chance to stay sharp in my old age.
Deimos
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Thank you !!!
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Hi Fiona I finally found the source of the infected emails, two people who are subscribed to your site were infected.
I got a bit naughty and cleaned both machines without permission but it took so long to find them that I wasn’t in the mood to ask for permission.
I also found the source of the infection – Ru**ia. Luckily it was a criminal group not state sponsored hacking.
I look forward to your next book.
Mark Deimos
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Afternoon! Hope all well with you.
How’s book 11 going?
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Hi Fiona, I have number 11 as a first draft and need to crack on with it. Real life has taken over somewhat this year.
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No problem.
Real life is pesky isn’t it.
Look after yourself in the meantime😀
(The other) Fiona
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Just watched your interview on Michael Heppell’s Write that Book Masterclass 2022…second time of watching, thank you for the inspiration… as a fellow self-published author I sometimes struggle with trying to do it all…taking it step by step now…
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Hi Jaki, thanks for leaving a message. I’m glad you fund the interview helpful. Wishing you all the very best with your writing.
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Dear Fiona, just watched your interview with Michael Heppell for the WTBMasterclass. May I say you’re an inspiration! I am writing my first book Monday is Washing Day, and I employ your method of writing – no mind maps or planning, just write, write, write and write some more.
Thanks also for explaining KDP – I think that will be the way to go for me too. Thank you so much!
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Hi Liz, thank you for getting in touch. I’m glad you found the interview useful. Unpublished book 11 via KDP in June, and have just started on book 12. I wish you every success with your writing. It’s great fun, isn’t it ? Fiona
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Thoroughly enjoyed your latest book, Rameses revenge. I enjoyed your explanation of the Rameses murder. All your books bring back Egypt to me, like you I have visited many times and find the descriptions very evocative. And like you I find sitting on a boat on the Nile a relaxing and all encompassing experience. Meredith’s adventures always make me smile and I look forward to your next book.
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Hi Sabrina, thank you so much for getting in touch to let me know you enjoyed the latest adventure. Yes, there’s something about a sunset over the Nile that settles the soul. Very much looking forward to the day when we can all go back. Fiona
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Hi Fiona. I tried to follow you with the other website link but it does not work.
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Hi Anna, thanks for letting me know. I’ll see if I can get it fixed.
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Hi again Anne, please can you try again ? I think it’s ok now … many thanks
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I thoroughly enjoyed Ramses Revenge, having been to Egypt I could visualise many of the places mentioned and it brought the story to life. I sincerely hope there are many more Merry, Adam and co stories to come. I’ve loved following their stories so far and look forward the next one.
Sincerely
Terri Laverick
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Hi Terri, thank you so much for your comment. I’m delighted you’ve enjoyed Merry & Co’s latest adventure. Definitely more ideas for future stories and am researching the history for these. All the best, Fiona
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Hi Fiona, I am part of Michael Heppell’s Masterclass and I want to go down the Amazon route, however I want to put some photos in the book. Can you advise me on how to do this? The book is a memoir and needs photos to ground the information which is in war torn Palestine and Egypt. Thank you. Awaiting my first book from your Egypt hoard. Loved your interview too.
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Hi Tina, that sounds like a fascinating project. I wish you every success with it. I suggest you go onto the ‘self publish with Amazon’ link and you should find a downloadable guide to how to insert images. Having never done so myself, I’m not best-places to advise, but I do recall when I started that they had lots of self-help guides. Hope there is somethingFiona there to help you.
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Hi Fiona
Hope you’re keeping safe and well.
How’s book 10 coming along (I appreciate you’re an exceptionally busy lady)
Fiona
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Hi Fiona,
Thanks for getting in touch. I’m pleased to report I am nearly there, I think I have 2 or maybe 3 chapters to write – never quite sure until it’s done !
Then the big edit – so planning to publish in early summer. Sorry for the long wait. It really has been a crazy year. I hope it will be worth the wait !!
All the best,
Fiona
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Whoop whoop! So glad you’re nearly there!
Withdrawal symptoms have well and truly set in!
Happy writing of last few chapters and happy editing.
Look forward to reading Merry & Co’s adventures soo .
Take care and stay safe.
Fiona
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Whoop whoop! So glad you’re nearly there!
Withdrawal symptoms have well and truly set in!
Happy writing of last few chapters and happy editing.
Look forward to reading Merry & Co’s adventures soo .
Take care and stay safe.
Fiona
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