{"product_id":"the-eyes-of-pharaoh-lois-bradley-9781460959435","title":"The Eyes of Pharaoh: A Mystery in Ancient Egypt","description":"\u003cb\u003e\"Ancient Egypt comes to life in this thrilling mystery\"\u003cbr\u003e\"Intriguing, vivid historical mystery\"\u003cbr\u003e\"You'll feel like you're there\"\u003cbr\u003e\"Exciting, educational, engaging\"\u003cbr\u003e\"Five stars\"\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e1177 BC: During the reign of Pharaoh Ramses the Third, Seshta, a 13-year-old dancer in the Temple of Hathor, dreams of becoming a famous entertainer. Horus, the brother of her heart, is content as a toymaker's apprentice. Reya, at 16, has joined Egypt's army with hopes of becoming a hero. When Reya hints that Egypt is in danger from foreign nomads, Seshta and Horus don't take him seriously. How could anyone challenge Egypt? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThen Reya disappears. Seshta and Horus set out to find him-and discover a darker plot than they ever imagined. To save their friend, Seshta and Horus spy on merchants, soldiers, and royalty, and start to suspect even The Eyes of Pharaoh, the powerful head of the secret police. Will Seshta and Horus escape the traps set for them, rescue Reya, and stop the plot against Egypt in time? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSet in ancient Egypt, the ideas in this book resonate today, while the power of friendship will touch hearts both young and old. Suitable for ages 9 and up. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for the Eyes of Pharaoh: \u003c\/b\u003e \"Likable characters and some surprising plot twists keep you wanting to know what will happen next....fast paced mystery that has so much history and culture hidden in plain sight.... You won't be able to put the book down until you learn what happens to the three friends.\" \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"I teach a gifted class of fourth and fifth graders. Using this historical fiction has been a window into Ancient Egypt-its people, culture, and beliefs. My class enjoyed doing research on Egyptian gods and goddesses, and hieroglyphs. Projects extended their knowledge of this fascinating time and place. I also highly recommend it for its fast paced plot, interesting and \"real\" characters, and excellent writing.\" \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"...exciting action with interesting characters, a brisk plot line and historically-accurate details of the book's setting.\" \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"... An intriguing mystery embedded within a book full of beautiful writing.... Evocative descriptions which make you feel like you're right there, running through the markets with Seshta or sitting by the river watching the fishermen.\" \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"...fast paced plot, interesting and \"real\" characters, and excellent writing.\" \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eChris Eboch is the author of over 100 books for children, including nonfiction and fiction, early reader through teen. Her novels for ages nine and up include \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Well of Sacrifice\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, a Mayan adventure;\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e The Genie's Gift\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, a middle eastern fantasy; and \u003cb\u003ethe Haunted series\u003c\/b\u003e, about kids who travel with a ghost hunter TV show, which starts with \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Ghost on the Stairs\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e. Her writing craft books include \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eYou Can Write for Children: How to Write Great Stories, Articles, and Books for Kids and Teenagers, \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eand \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAdvanced Plotting\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e. Chris also writes mystery, suspense, and romance for adults under the name Kris Bock: www.krisbock.com.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Lois Bradley, Chris Eboch\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1460959434\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781460959435\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Createspace Independent Publishing Platform\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/10\/2011\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 160\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.36lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.34d","brand":"Lois Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46136101732607,"sku":"9781460959435","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_e4dec383-4945-4ca4-a637-61ec5c691178.jpg?v=1726415687","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-eyes-of-pharaoh-lois-bradley-9781460959435","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}