'Dianne Hofmeyr's
language helps evoke the mystery and the power of the journey… the words
lend themselves to reading aloud in cadences that are more like music.'
A murderous plot and a battle for succession
sets brother against brother, and drives two girls to war in this
thrilling adventure set in Egypt. 'This is a book that boys as well
as girls will not be able to put down... marvellous! '