The Secret of the Sacred Scarab
by:
Fiona Ingram (author)
Format: kindle
ASIN: B001PKTZGE
Publish date: January 13th 2009
Publisher: iUniverse
Edition language: English
What did you think of the plot? The overall plot seemed like a cross between Agatha Christie, Alfred Hitchcock and Carolyn Keene. Every page was filled with mystery, adventure and excitement. I can't wait to read book two. Favourite scene …. When Justin tries to 'talk' to the camel. This scene sent ...
Did the plot pull you in or did you feel you had to force yourself to read the book? This story is so exciting, I don't think any reader will feel forced. Because the main characters are different ages, there is something for everyone in the story. How realistic was the characterization? Myth and le...
What were the main relationships explored in this book? Family. Aunt Isabel is a famous journalist and is strict with the boys. Their gran provides the reader with a lot of entertainment and reminded me of Betty White. The boys who are cousins, although very close, each want to be better than the ot...
What were the main themes of the book? Adventure and coming of age. Justin and Adam follow their Aunt Isabel on a trip to Europe. When one of them discovers what he thinks is a meaningless piece of paper, their world becomes topsy turvy and they soon find themselves deep in a mystery they know nothi...
Review 7*******I received a copy of this book from the author in return for an honest review.WOW! This is the most exciting adventure book for children from the ages 9+! I loved it!Adam and Justin Sinclair (12 and 13 respectively) are cousins. They both live in Durban, South Africa. Their Gran and A...