"Pharaoh" is a historical novel set in ancient Egypt, during the reign of Pharaoh Ramses XIII. The story is a complex and compelling tale of court intrigue, power struggles, and the inevitable clash between church and state. The young Pharaoh, Ramses XIII, is pitted against the powerful and entrenched priesthood and the corrupt and decaying Egyptian nobility. The novel explores themes of power, corruption, and the human condition, while providing a detailed and accurate portrayal of ancient Egyptian culture and society.