Hatshepsut often dressed as a man at official ceremonies. She ruled with an iron fist. She built a grand temple to herself and tried to prevent Thutmose from acceding to power when he came of age. The dramatic events of Hatshepsut's life----along with the mystery surrounding certain key periods of her reign----make her an excellent subject for a historical fiction adventure story. With the right combination of mystery, mastery of adventure forms, and imagination, a talented writer could turn Hatsheput's life into a real thriller
She managed to rule for about twenty years, before disappearing from history... coinciding with Thuthmose III's becoming Pharaoh in his own right.
died her half brother,Thutmose II died, possibly in the year of 1479 BC, and Thutmose III became Pharaoh. With Thutmose III being a minor at this time, his aunt, Hatshepsut, stepped in as his regent. Thutmose III and Hatshepsut ruled together until 1473 BC, when she appointed herself pharaoh.
Hatshepsut worked hard to be seen as a legitimate pharaoh. She was so charismatic, and the memory of her popular parents added to her good reputation. She also had the support of a network of powerful officials whom she had either chosen herself or known since their service to her parents. In order to be accepted as the “true” pharaoh, she is legendary for taking on the costume of male pharaohs, including traditional kilt, headdress, and a fake beard in royal style. The people of Egypt seemed to accept her as their ruler. However, some officials remained close to Thutmose III and may have plotted against her.