The Secret of the Sacred Scarab


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The Secret of the Sacred Scarab (The Chronicles of the Stone, Book One)




Horace: Secret of Scarab Beetle


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Eleven-year-old Horace j. Edwards is an ordinary boy whose family has just moved to Niles, Michigan. But on the first day of sixth grade, mysterious things start to happen. His grandfather dies and Horace receives a strange gift--a stone scarab beetle. As he works to uncover the secrets surrounding his grandfather's death and the beetle, Horace is transported back in time to the ancient Egyptian city of Amarna. He meets the future pharaoh, young King Tut, and together the two boys become engaged in a fight to save the city from total destruction and Egypt itself from Tut's evil uncle Smenk. In the process, Horace discovers that he is the heir to an order of guardians, known as the Keepers of Time. The Secret of the Scarab Beetle is the first book in the middle-grade fantasy series Horace j. Edwards and the Time Keepers.







Jonathan and the Sacred Scarab


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Jonathan never intended to be hunted down by a madman working for an evil Egyptian god. All he wanted was to be an Egyptologist like his dad. But that fateful day nine years ago when he found the scarab changed everything. Now his father is missing, and Jonathan has no choice but to head back to Egypt to find him. But the journey will be dangerous, especially with Set, the God of Storms and Chaos, hunting him. Even with his protector, the God Khepri, tucked inside the scarab, ready to emerge whenever Jonathan rubs the small beetle, Jonathan doesn’t feel entirely safe. But he knows he must do this, not only for his father, but also for himself, to prove he is more than just his father’s son. Enlisting the help of his best friend Nathan, Jonathan heads to the last site his father worked at, only to discover yet another mystery—someone has stolen the camp’s newly found artifacts. Could whoever kidnapped his father be behind the thefts too? With new friends and new vigour, Jonathan sets out to find his father, recover the missing artifacts, and proclaim his independence.




Call of Nature


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'a true gem' —London Naturalist 'I love this book' —Nick Baker The author completes the book with an identification guide to dung itself, so that you can identify the animal that left it behind. Pellets or pats? Scats, spraints, frass, guano, spoor learn your way around different species droppings. There's also a dung-feeder s identification guide that includes the species you re most likely to encounter on an exploration of the dung heap. Journey through the digestive systems of humans, farm and wild animals, and meet some of nature’s ultimate recyclers as they eat, breed in and compete for dung. The fall of bodily waste onto the ground is the start of a race against the clock as a multitude of dung-feeders and scavengers consume this rich food source. From the enigmatic dung-rolling beetles to bat guano and giant elephant droppings, dung creates a miniature ecosystem to be explored by the aspiring dung watcher. The author completes the book with an identification guide to dung itself, so that you can identify the animal that left it behind. Pellets or pats? Scats, spraints, frass, guano, spoor – learn your way around different species’ droppings. There’s also a dung-feeder’s identification guide that includes the species you’re most likely to encounter on an exploration of the dung heap.







The Sacred Beetle


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The Mystery Boys and the Inca Gold


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Van Powell's 'The Mystery Boys and the Inca Gold' is a gripping tale of adventure and intrigue, set in the lush backdrop of ancient Inca civilization. The book combines elements of mystery, thrilling discoveries, and historical context, making it an engaging read for both young adults and history enthusiasts alike. Powell's writing style is descriptive and captivating, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the thrilling journey of the young protagonists as they uncover the secrets of the past. With its blend of adventure and history, 'The Mystery Boys and the Inca Gold' offers a compelling narrative that keeps readers hooked until the very end. Van Powell, a historian with a passion for ancient civilizations, draws on his expertise to bring the world of the Incas to life in this captivating novel. His meticulous research and attention to detail shine through in the vivid descriptions of the setting and the historical accuracy woven into the storyline. Powell's background in history and archaeology lends authenticity to the narrative, making 'The Mystery Boys and the Inca Gold' a must-read for anyone interested in the secrets of the past. I highly recommend 'The Mystery Boys and the Inca Gold' to readers looking for a thrilling adventure story intertwined with fascinating historical elements. Van Powell's expertise and storytelling prowess make this book a standout choice for those who enjoy a mix of mystery, history, and discovery in their reading ventures.







The Scarab Path


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The war with the Wasp Empire has ended in a bitter stalemate, and Collegium has nothing to show for it but wounded veterans. Cheerwell Maker finds herself crippled in ways no doctor can mend, haunted by ghosts of the past that she cannot appease, seeking for meaning in a city that no longer seems like home. The Empress Seda is regaining control over those imperial cities who refused to bow the knee to her, but she draws her power from something more sinister than mere armies and war machines. Only her consort, the former spymaster Thalric, knows the truth, and now the assassins are coming and he finds his life and his loyalties under threat yet again. Out past the desert of the Nem the ancient city of Khanaphes awaits them both, with a terrible secret entombed beneath its stones...