The Curse of the Blue Scarab, Josh Lanyon
The Curse of the Blue Scarab, Josh Lanyon
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The Curse of the Blue Scarab
A Monster Mash-Up

Author: Josh Lanyon

Narrator: Alexander Masters

Unabridged: 14 hr 42 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 02/14/2017


Synopsis

Who or what is responsible for the gruesome deaths of members of the secret society known as the Order of Osiris?Dr. Armiston, an irascible, confirmed bachelor who believes in medicine not mysticism, is certain the deaths are only tragic accidents.But the members of the Order of Osiris suspect something more sinister is at work. They profess to believe an ancient curse has been visited upon their society. Handsome and mysterious Captain Maxwell requests Armistonís help.Tarot cards? Egyptology? Spiritualism? Armiston has little patience with the superficial and silly pastimes of the rich, but he does love a good puzzle. Or could it be that he is more drawn to young Captain Maxwell than he wishes to admit?Either way, Armiston must solve the secret of the cursed sarcophagus very soon, for Captain Maxwell is the next slated to die...

About Josh Lanyon

Josh Lanyon is the award-winning author of over sixty titles of classic male/male fiction featuring twisty mystery, kickass adventure, and unapologetic man-on-man romance. Her books include the Art of Murder series, Seance on a Summer's Night, and Slay Ride. Josh is married and lives in Southern California.


Reviews

In short: NO. In brief: Good for Josh Lanyon for trying a new genre and writing style, even if it failed miserably. I really like Josh Lanyon's writing style, and I'm also quite fond of mysteries featuring the curse of ancient Egyptian mummies. So in theory combining these two, should've made for an a......more

Goodreads review by Martin

I really regret giving my favorite author such a low rating. I'm not sure if it was the unusual genre (and the 'Regency romance language' used here) or the plot, but this novel didn't satisfy me. First of all (big spoiler): There was (view spoiler)[ no undead mummy! I was foolish enough to expect a walking mummy in (hide spoiler)]......more