Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos
Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos
By: R.L. LaFevers
Theodosia knows a lot about Egyptian history and mythology because her parents both work at the Museum of Legends and Antiquities in London. Her mother is in Egypt on a dig at the beginning of the story and Theodosia is anxiously awaiting her mother's discoveries. Fortunately (or unfortunately) for her, her mother tends to find things that have some pretty nasty curses on them and Theodosia spends her time getting rid of the curses. This might seem like a large task for a young girl, but let me assure you, she is up to the challenge!
Besides removing curses, she also tries to protect her parents who are ignorant of the black magic that surrounds them. When her mother returns with the Heart of Egypt in tow, Theodosia's life changes forever because this is no ordinary piece of black magic. It's much darker than Theodosia expects - it was Amenemhab's (an ancient Egyptian ruler) and he used it to bring destruction on his enemies. When Theodosia's mother brings it to England, she brings destruction to the country without even knowing it.
When the Heart of Darkness goes missing, Theodosia decides to take matters into her own hands. She enlists the help of her brother Henry and a young pick-pocket named Will and soon the three are in danger's way.
Will Theodosia be able to outwit the men that are intent on starting a full-fledged world war or will she fail in her mission? This deliciously quick read will have you on the edge of your seats rooting for her the entire time!
Recommended To:
- Mythology fans (if you like Percy Jackson you'll like these even though it is a different culture)
- Adventure fanatics
- Anyone who feels their parents are just not listening - Theodosia experiences this quite a bit!
- Everyone!
Notes on the Cover:
We see Theodosia walking through the museum at night. Once you're involved in the story you'll know what she's up to as the lantern gives it away. It also provides some nice creepy shadows that seem to abound in a cavernous place like that. On the bottom left you'll see her beloved cat, Isis, whose temperament changes suddenly when a cleansing process goes slightly off-kilter. Will Theodosia be able to save her cat as well as her country?
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