It pits her, along with some unexpected allies, against German operatives trying to use the scarab as a weapon in their political and economic rivalry with England. I dont mind. Moonlight is the only way to make the inscribed curses visible to the human eye.<br><br>Of course, the only way to view something in moonlight is at night.<br><br>And I loathe the museum at night.<br><br></div> Publisher Back at the museum, they unload Theo's mother's trunks. Unfortunately, in order to do that, I needed moonlight. I really look forward to Theodosia having some more adventures in the future. Museums. And of course it disappears. *Starred Review* "You'd be surprised by how many things come into the museum loaded with curses--bad ones," says 11-year-old Theodosia, whose parents run London's Museum of Legends and Antiquities. Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2022. <br><br>I went over to one of the shelves that lined the receiving area and took down a small, battered Canopic jar. Theodosia hears the man mumble "Som set hoo", or "Somerset House". Theodosia Throckmorton is not your average eleven-year-old girl. R. L. lives in Southern California with her family and spends her time daydreaming, making up stories, and wallowing in old forgotten texts. Theo and Will try to discover what the Serpents of Chaos are planning. Top subscription boxes right to your door, 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Children's Ancient Civilization Fiction (Books), Children's European Historical Fiction (Books), Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon. Theodosia is a young girl who can see the curses that stick to the artifacts which her mother brings home from Egypt. One part Hermione Granger, one part Indiana Jones, and one part Matilda, intelligent and rather more clever than most eleven year-olds, Theo is also ambitious, brave, and filled with enough panache for two girl archeologists. Unless you are sick or dying or mortally wounded, they will always side with the other adult.<br><br>Thats certainly the case here, anyway. one sworn to protect the world from ancient Egyptian magic and one planning to harness it to bring chaos to the world, both of which want a valuable artifact stolen from the London museum for which . Bossy, clever, and learned in the lore of ancient Egypt, the girl constantly worries that the work-obsessed parents who ignore and neglect her will be destroyed by virulent ancient curses that only she can detect. Who knew how many of those items would be cursed? (While reading it, I thought more of the "Mummy" movie with Brendan Frasier, which I quite enjoy). Her most valuable find is a large jeweled scarab called the Heart of Egypt. It's not a Harry Potter clone, and if you go into it expecting a A "Booklist" quotation noted on the front of this book reads: "A sure bet for Harry Potter fans." Plenty to discuss and enjoy! Adventure, magic and Egyptology!! Theodosia and the Staff of Osiris (The Theodosia Series, 2), Theodosia and the Eyes of Horus (The Theodosia Series, 3), Flight of the Phoenix (Nathanial Fludd, Beastologist) (Nathaniel Fludd, Beastologist, 1), Maybe Yes, Maybe No: A Guide for Young Skeptics (Maybe Guides). Nor did Father. I love Egyptian anything, so Theodosia seemed a sure bet. Nor did Father. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we dont use a simple average. While traveling through the Seven Dials, they meet Will and witness a man taking the Heart from Tetley, then the same man is stabbed in a churchyard. ISBN 10: 1839132361 / ISBN 13: 9781839132360. Her father may be head curator, but it is Theoand only Theowho is able to see all the magic and ancient curses that still cling to the artifacts in the museum. She is the author of eight books for young readers, including Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos, (Houghton Mifflin, 2007) which received starred reviews and was a Junior Library Guild selection, a Booksense Summer Pick, and nominated for the Malice Domestic's Agatha Award. Read 710 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Kirkus calls her most recent book, Nathaniel Fludd, Beastologist . So rate G, for golden. Using your mobile phone camera - scan the code below and download the Kindle app. . : She is the author of over fourteen books for young readers, including THEODOSIA AND THE SERPENTS OF CHAOS, (Houghton Mifflin, 2007) which received starred reviews and was a Junior Library Guild selection, a Booksense Summer Pick, and nominated for the Malice Domestic's Agatha Award, and the NATHANIEL FLUDD, BEASTOLOGIST series. While transferring the curse from the statue to a wax figure, she becomes distracted and redirects it into her cat, Isis. It has a spunky, super smart, and mystically aware 11 year old heroine and the vocabulary isn't dumbed down, which is something I always appreciate. Kids who feel overlooked by their own distracted parents may feel a tug of recognition as Theodosia yearns for attention, and those interested in archeology will be drawn to the story's questions about the ownership and responsible treatment of ancient artifacts. My eight year old daughter: "I liked that there were lots of cliff hangers on the chapters that made me want to read. I like fantasy fantasy movies fantasy books and no matter how mediocre the movie or book, I know there will be action, adventure, and magic. [2] The series premiered on March 10, 2022 on HBO Max in the United States.[3]. I thought this book was so creative. Intrepid Theosodia, age 11, narrates a fantasy steeped in invented and authentic Egyptology, clashing secret societies and pre-WWI European intrigue.Kirkus ReviewsIt's the delicious, precise, and atmospheric details (nicely extended in Tanaka's few, stylized illustrations) that will capture and hold readers, from the contents of Theodosia's curse-removing kit to descriptions of the museum after hours, when Theodosia sleeps in a sarcophagus to ward off the curses of "disgruntled dead things." Inspiring for young girls!! That said, the narration had it's issues: sometimes the fast pace detracted from the emotional development of the story, and on occasion the first-person narration lost it's footing and felt clunky for a chapter or two before evening out again. I couldn't put it down. , Clarion Books; Illustrated edition (May 5, 2008), Publication date Theodosia And The Serpents Of Chaos Lafevers, Robin. These books were quite a find, I wish more people would try them out, anyone who enjoys the incorrigible children of Ashton Place will love these. A "Booklist" quotation noted on the front of this book reads: "A sure bet for Harry Potter fans." Grade 48A combination of Nancy Drew and Indiana Jones, Theo Throckmorton is in big trouble. Unfortunately, neither Theodosia, her parents, the curators, nor her brother and the friendly pickpocket are at all sympathetic characters. Theodosia Throckmorton has her hands full at the Museum of Legends and Antiquities in London. Her father may be head curator, but it is Theo--and only Theo--who is able to see all the magic and ancient curses that still cling to the artifacts in the museum. Read instantly on your browser with Kindle for Web. Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos is a children's novel by R. L. LaFevers. As a result, I spend most of my time clattering around this old place. R.L. 0547772394 9780547772394. aaaa. Book Links January 2008 Book Links, ALA . Theodosia Throckmorton has her hands full at the Museum of Legends and Antiquities in London. My father oversees the Museum of Legends and Antiquities, the second largest museum in London. bookwormetc Dorothy Dempsey Cuernavaca, Mexico, Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos by R.L. Please try again. Sticky Will: A London pickpocket, that Theodosia met when he tried to steal her father's wallet. Theo is also angry that Wigmere may suspect her mother of stealing the Heart of Egypt, as she works closely with Count Von Braggenchnot, head of the Serpents of Chaos who will do anything to rain plague and pestilence down on England. What I'd like to know is how old does a person have to be before they get to do all the fun stuff?" She often brings back artifacts from her digs. I hope they release more books!! Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos R. L. LaFevers Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2007 - Juvenile Fiction - 344 pages 25 Reviews Reviews aren't verified, but Google checks for and removes fake. But Theodosia Throckmorton is not your average eleven-year-old girl. Theodosia is the worst: after she botches a curse removal (the only one I saw her do, after all her grand brave talk about her own skills), she manages to get her cat possessed by demons or evil spirits or something. . --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. As a result, I spend most of my time clattering around this old place. , File size Moonlight is the only way to make the inscribed curses visible to the human eye.<br><br>Of course, the only way to view something in moonlight is at night.<br><br>And I loathe the museum at night.<br><br></div> ASIN Kids who feel overlooked by their own distracted parents may feel a tug of recognition as Theodosia yearns for attention, and those interested in archaeology will be drawn to the story's questions about the ownership and responsible treatment of ancient artifacts. Clive Fagenbush: Second Assistant Curator at the Museum of Legends and Antiquities and Chosen Keeper in training. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness. Then a sacred amulet disappears, and during her search, Theodosia stumbles into a terrifying battle between international secret societies. Does this item contain quality or formatting issues? Theodosia and the Staff of Osiris (The Theodosia Series, 2), Theodosia and the Eyes of Horus (The Theodosia Series, 3), Flight of the Phoenix (Nathanial Fludd, Beastologist) (Nathaniel Fludd, Beastologist, 1). Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2010. I could be busy for months! Whats worse, I think he suspects Im up to something. Please try your request again later. Do you believe that this item violates a copyright? Used Condition: As New Soft cover. Although she no longer has any exotic pets, she does have raccoons who visit her back porch, coyotes who howl at her window, and hawks that soar high overhead. The magic of visiting Egypt and climbing to the top of the pyramid of Cheops really appealed to me. . <br><br>I went over to one of the shelves that lined the receiving area and took down a small, battered Canopic jar. It's the delicious, precise, and atmospheric details (nicely extended in Tanaka's few, stylized illustrations) that will capture and hold readers, from the contents of Theodosia's curse-removing kit to descriptions of the museum after hours, when Theodosia sleeps in a sarcophagus to ward off the curses of "disgruntled dead things." Of course it's cursed. Ancient, dark, Egyptian-magic ones. Theodosia, genannt Theo, hat die seltene Gabe Flche zu spren und zu erkennen. She has also spent a large portion of her life being told she was making up things that weren't there, which only proves she was destined to write fiction. Ancient, dark, Egyptian-magic ones. The serpent of chaos. However, it is delicate work, and time is running out for her to set things right. These books were quite a find, I wish more people would try them out, anyone who enjoys the incorrigible children of Ashton Place will love these. The first of many, most likely.<br><br>Once theyd placed the crate on an empty worktable, the drayman tipped his cap and hurried back to his cart, anxious to be on his way. From timeless classics to new favorites, find children's books for every age and stage. : <br><br>By dinnertime, the entire circle of wax bits was a foul greeny-black color. Great book for kids with lots of adventure, magic and Egyptology. I am the shortest one in the room, you know. To turn his attention from me back to the crate, I leaned forward and peered in. The Mystery of the Haunted House is the first installment in the Sycamore Street Mysteries for elementary readers! Children aged about eleven years and up will root for Theodosia and . They were the least of my worries. 24 mins Available for over a year. She is the author of eight books for young readers, including Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos, (Houghton Mifflin, 2007) which received starred reviews and was a Junior Library Guild selection, a Booksense Summer Pick, and nominated for the Malice Domestic's Agatha Award. It works rather like the Cat who series with a child instead of old gentleman. She often cares for Theodosia when both her parents are away. He tells Theo to speak to Wigmere, only Wigmere. Next to him, Fagenbush stared at me as if I were something nasty that Isis had dragged in. Think of a new series of Harry Potter books with Hermione Granger as the star. Besides, Im beginning to suspect hes up to something. At night, he sailed through the underworld of the spirits . For all of you who want a book all about Hermione Granger, you will defintely enjoy Theodosia. Theodosia sees evil spells and spirits. Please try your request again later. Try again. My little boy loves this book, so I will now be purchasing the next in the series. . To visit an archeological dig in the Valley of Kings. Theodosia Throckmorton is a precocious young girl who is an adept both at Egyptology, and the sinister curses of ancient Egyptian magic. The ambiguous ending, with its hints at the approaching World War, seems to promise a sequel. Which I usually am.<br><br>Not that anyone would take the word of an eleven- year-old girl against that of the Second Assistant Curatoreven if that girl just happens to be the daughter of the Head Curator of the museum and is rather cleverer than most (or so Ive been told; oddly, I dont think they meant it as a compliment). The idea of a girl who works secretly in her parents' museum, undoing the curses on the objects as they come in, could not be more compelling. R.L. Its now a tv series in BBC with watching!! My father oversees the Museum of Legends and Antiquities, the second largest museum in London. My cat, Isis, whod been skulking under the workmens bench, took one look at the statue, meowed loudly, then streeeeaked off for parts unknown. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 8, 2022. The heroine is especially engaging with a razor sharp sense of humour, plus they are interesting from a historical point of view, all 4 books are excellent I have to say and deserve more support. My own gloved fingers twitched in dismay.<br><br>Um, Father?<br><br>He paused, his hands hovering over the crate. I enjoyed reading this as a 64 year old and think it is suitable for 11 to 13 year olds. Theodosia Throckmorton has her hands full at the Museum of Legends and Antiquities in London. Thanks to the seller who delivered it within the timescales.