La princesse du Nil

Historical fiction series series in the 13th century BCE. The protagonist is Neteb, Princess of Egypt. She is depicted as the younger sister of Queen Nefertari and the sister-in-law of Pharaoh Ramesses II (reigned 1279-1213 BCE). Neteb is an amateur detective, typically investigating domestic conspiracies against Ramesses. She also helps in cases involving foreign enemies, such as rogue Hittite princes. Neteb is also a student of medicine, and her medical training often saves the lives of crime victims. The series also features her sidekick, a soldier-in-training who is in love with her.