Riordan combines ancient Egyptian mythology with modern day mystery in this elementary and middle school-level novel. Carter and Sadie are two young tweens whose father, a famous Egyptologist, disappears while working on the latest mysterious project in a museum. They are transported to different cities, different realms, and different ways of thinking. Along the way, they realize that although they have been separated for years, they have a closeness and a bond that cannot be mistrusted or denied.What I loved about The Red Pyramid is the way Riordan mixes in history and mythology lessons into an exciting, catchy plotline. I consider myself quite adept at Egyptian mythology and even I found myself brushing up on certain gods and goddesses. This type of cerebral fiction is fantastic to bring to the table at such a young age, and the tween market is certainly ripe for it.
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