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Mara Daughter of the Nile

Pages
279
Published
1979
Language
English

Synopsis

Mara, a proud slave girl in ancient Egypt, yearns for freedom and becomes a double spy for rival factions vying for the throne. Caught between two enemies, she unexpectedly falls for the noble Sheftu, who seeks to restore Thutmose III to power. As Mara prepares to commit to Sheftu and his cause, her deception is uncovered, leading to a dangerous confrontation that threatens her life and the future of Egypt.

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About the author

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Eloise Jarvis McGraw

Eloise Jarvis McGraw wrote wonderful books for young readers, like the Newbery Medal winner The Golden Goblet. Her stories often explore history and adventure with a touch of magic.

Characters

MaraProtagonist
SheftuSupporting
Thutmose IIISupporting
All characters in Mara Daughter of the Nile