Imhotep, tasked with finding new remedies for the ailing King Sanakhe, embarks on a perilous journey into the mysterious land of Kush. Along the Nile River, he seeks powerful spells and exotic herbs from local healers. However, Imhotep’s path is fraught with danger. He contends with a jealous royal physician and becomes entangled with the physician’s alluring yet treacherous niece, whose romantic distractions threaten to derail his mission. Complicating matters further are encounters with mythical deities and dreams that blur the boundaries between reality and illusion. Amid these mystical occurrences, Imhotep must also navigate the machinations of the Sons of Atum, a violent brotherhood bent on thwarting his quest. As Imhotep ventures deeper into Kush, the stakes escalate, and he must confront not only external adversaries but also grapple with internal doubt. His resolve and resourcefulness are tested as he strives to uncover the remedies that could save King Sanakhe and safeguard the realm from imminent peril.

Praise for Imhotep and the Quest to Kush

"Ancient Egypt comes alive in this nuanced, intelligent, meticulously researched historical mystery framed around one man's journey down the Nile in search of healing knowledge, enlightenment, and self-discovery. Little is known of the real Imhotep except for his connection to the Third Dynasty Pharaoh Djoser and the step pyramid. Al Sirois does Imhotep justice by providing humanity, wisdom, and a deep measure of compassion toward all who fall into his sphere. Imhotep and the Quest to Kush is authentic and thoroughly entertaining, weaving the historical detail effortlessly throughout. Highly recommended."

- Vera Nazarian, author of The Atlantis Grail

"In this second novel in his intriguing YA historical series set in ancient Egypt, author A. L. Sirois brilliantly blends all the right elements to produce a first-rate saga that will thrill young (and older) readers. The main characters are famous ancient historical personalities brought back to life by A. L. Sirois in this dramatic story. Imhotep as a thirteen-year-old orphan is connected in high circles, including with the ailing Pharaoh King Sanakhe of the Two Lands, and with a powerful friend (Djoser) who will soon become Pharaoh upon Sanakhe's death. In this quest to Kush, Imhotep travels up the Nile to Nubia where he gathers powerful medicines and prayer scripts to bring back to Mennefer (Memphis) to try and save old King Sanakhe. Along the way, Imhotep encounters several romantic involvements with young women. He also encounters danger from conspiracies to overthrow the king, as well as thrills on the Nile on poetically named ships like The Beautiful Ibis. Savor the sunshine, the fresh air, and the adventures as A. L. Sirois brings ancient Egypt, 4600 years ago, during the Old Kingdom in one of history's most ancient civilizations, back to life."