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Lorna Padgett, an archeologist's daughter, has inherited her father's love for ancient Egypt. Ameni lived over four thousand years ago. The son of a Pharoah, he loved adventure but had no idea what destiny the gods were holding for him. These two should never have met. But a walk in the hills near her father's dig leads Lorna into strange territory--and to an ancient discovery that brings timeless adventure, mystery, and danger.
Is The Reluctant God appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
A time-travel adventure connecting a modern archaeologist's daughter with an ancient Egyptian prince, featuring mild peril and danger appropriate for middle grade readers with no sexual content or strong language.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language.
Who'll love this
Kids who love ancient Egypt and time-travel adventures will enjoy following Lorna as she meets a real pharaoh's son from 4,000 years ago.