Born into the royal house of Thutmose I, Hatshepsut spends her childhood surrounded by the splendour of Egypt's court. Guided by devoted mentors, bound by ancient traditions, and nurtured by a family whose lives are entwined with the gods, she grows up in a world of privilege, duty, and quiet expectation.
But childhood cannot last forever. With each passing year, the traditions of the royal court, the demands of her station, and the people who guide her gradually shape the future ruler hidden within the young princess.
Rich in history, faith, and palace intrigue, Blood of Amun is an intimate coming-of-age story that traces the extraordinary journey from Egyptian princess to one of history’s most remarkable rulers.
Kylie Quillinan is an Australian author whose historical fantasy novels reimagine the lives of the remarkable women of Ancient Egypt.
Fascinated by the women history often overlooks, she writes stories about queens, princesses and priestesses who challenge the expectations of their time. Her historical fantasy novels combine extensive historical research bringing Egyptian mythology, palace intrigue, political rivalries, and just a touch of magic, vividly to life.
Whether exploring the rise of Hatshepsut, the twilight of the Amarna dynasty, or the lives of fictional women inspired by history, Kylie is drawn to women who reshape history rather than accept the roles society assigns them.
When she isn't writing, she's usually reading about Ancient Egypt, wondering why jellyfish are so fascinating, or trying to get fit before the zombies arrive.