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Sep 03, 2019 | ISBN 9780823444380 | 7-10 years Buy
Sep 18, 2018 | ISBN 9780823440276 | 7-10 years Buy
Sep 18, 2018 | ISBN 9780823441358 | 7-10 years Buy
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Sep 03, 2019 | ISBN 9780823444380 | 7-10 years
Sep 18, 2018 | ISBN 9780823440276 | 7-10 years
Sep 18, 2018 | ISBN 9780823441358 | 7-10 years
An egotistical royal cat and his dung beetle sidekick track a jewelry thief in this hilarious new series set in ancient Egypt. Nominated for an Edgar Award! Can a lazy cat and a dung-obsessed beetle really crack a mystery? Ra relishes his role as the Pharaoh’s beloved—and spoiled—cat. So when an amulet goes missing from the palace, Ra plans to keep enjoying his snacks and nap in the sun. But Ra’s friend Khepri, a wise and industrious scarab beetle, insists on investigating in order to save the young servant girl who has been framed for the crime. Once Ra gets going, he decides that being a Great Detective isn’t so bad; in fact, he doesn’t mind being hailed as “Protector of the Weak and Defender of Justice.” The comically mismatched duo is on the case! Wacky illustrations with fun historical details bring these oddball characters to life. Includes a glossary, pronunciation guide, and detailed author’s note.“An ingenious mystery full of entertaining details for fans of ancient Egypt.”—Paula Harrison, author of the Rescue Princesses series
“Fast-paced adventure with a lot of charm.”—Kirkus Reviews “Perfect for young gumshoes.”—Booklist “Delightful black-and-white illustrations. . . . A charming page-turner of a mystery.”—School Library Journal
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