"Engrossing and compulsively readable." - Time

"The life of Hatshepsut, Egypt's second female pharaoh, was replete with opulent living, complex royal bloodlines, and sexual energy; in short, the kind of drama that fuels Ancient Egypt's enduring appeal. From Hatshepsut's self-perception, political prowess, and lifestyle emerges an image of the 'ultimate working mother' and a compelling insight into ancient gender roles." - Publishers Weekly

"Cooney does a fantastic job of breathing new life into her subject and showing the woman who dared to keep herself and her nephew Thutmose III on the throne, as well as what led Hatshepsut's name to be tarnished and nearly erased from history. The book will be of great interest to those fascinated by ancient Egypt.".