Description
Desert God by Wilbur Smith is the fifth book in the Ancient Egypt historical fiction series.
The story follows Taita, a slave and advisor to the Pharaoh, who becomes central to Egypt’s struggle against the advancing Hyksos forces. Tasked with protecting the future of Egypt, he is sent on a wide-ranging mission that involves forming strategic alliances, including with Crete. His journey stretches beyond Egypt through Arabia, Babylon, and across the sea, where shifting loyalties, political tension, and constant threat shape his path. The narrative focuses on large-scale conflict, strategy, and survival in a volatile ancient world where trust is uncertain and danger is ever-present.
Suitable for readers who enjoy expansive historical fiction with military campaigns, political intrigue, and ancient-world settings.
