Huy Son of Hapu starts life as an ordinary boy from a modest family in ancient Egypt. That changes when a miraculous event during his youth leaves him with the gift of prophecy. In Pauline Gedge’s The King’s Man trilogy, this unexpected ability sets Huy on a path from obscurity to the inner circles of pharaonic power.
The character is based on the real Amenhotep Son of Hapu, one of the most remarkable figures of Egypt’s Eighteenth Dynasty. The historical Amenhotep rose from common origins to become the most trusted advisor to the pharaoh, and his reputation grew so great that he was worshipped as a god after his death. Gedge uses this framework to build a rich fictional account of what that life might have looked like from the inside.
Across three books published between 2007 and 2010, the trilogy follows Huy from his early years through his growing influence as a seer and counselor. The Twice Born, Seer of Egypt, and The King’s Man trace his journey as he navigates the responsibilities and dangers that come with being able to see what others cannot.
Reading Order
See the complete The King’s Man reading order for all books in the series.