  | Daughters of the lamp (Daughters Of The Lamp) Author: Lewers, Nedda | |
| Price: $23.08 | ||
Summary:
Twelve-year-old Sahara prefers logic and science over magic, but when she travels to Cairo for a family wedding, her resistance to magic fades when she discovers that she is next in a line of women tasked with guarding Ali Baba's treasure.
| Accelerated Reader Information: Interest Level: MG Reading Level: 5.30 Points: 10.0 Quiz: 522255 |
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (+) (12/01/23)
School Library Journal (+) (00/03/24)
Booklist (12/01/23)
Full Text Reviews:
School Library Journal - 03/01/2024 Gr 3–7—Past and present combine in this story about magic and adventure in modern Egypt. Sahara dreams of a summer spent with friends at an amusement park, but instead she is going to her uncle's wedding in Egypt. Sahara is disappointed, but also curious about her parents' homeland and especially about her late mother. Sahara becomes enchanted with Egypt; her family shares stories, food, and love. One night Sahara's mother's necklace starts glowing, and the next day it disappears. There is evil lurking; the beautiful bride-to-be may be a witch! Also told in alternating chapters is the story of Morgana, a servant to Ali Baba, who lived long ago and has been entrusted with caring and protecting magical items from those with dark intentions. Can Morgana protect the treasures from dark sorcerers? Will Sahara find her necklace and reveal the true intentions of the nightmare bride? Lewers blends culture, fairy tales, and mystery into a memorable story that will resonate with fans of "Percy Jackson." VERDICT Highly recommended, this book encapsulates unique characters, mystery, and fairy tales in a novel that readers will devour.—Katie Llera - Copyright 2024 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.
