Mara, Daughter of the Nile

By: Eloise Jarvis McGraw

Narrated by: Tara Sands

This compelling story of adventure, romance, and intrigue, set in ancient Egypt, was written by the three-time Newbery Honor and Edgar Award winning author Eloise Jarvis McGraw.

Mara is a proud and beautiful slave girl who yearns for freedom in ancient Egypt, under the rule of Queen Hatshepsut. Mara is not like other slaves; she can read and write, as well as speak the language of Babylonian. So, to barter for her freedom, she finds herself playing the dangerous role of double spy for two arch enemies—each of whom supports a contender for the throne of Egypt.

Against her will, Mara finds herself falling in love with one of her masters, the noble Sheftu, and she starts to believe in his plans of restoring Thutmose III to the throne. But just when Mara is ready to offer Sheftu her help and her heart, her duplicity is discovered, and a battle ensues in which both Mara’s life and the fate of Egypt are at stake.

“Dangerous espionage, an unusual love story, and richly drawn background make this a book to capture quick and lasting interest.”—Horn Book

“Thoroughly engrossing.”—Kirkus Reviews

Critic reviews

“Dangerous espionage, an unusual love story, and richly drawn background make this a book to capture quick and lasting interest.”—Horn Book

“Thoroughly engrossing.”—Kirkus Reviews

Suspenseful and satisfying

Enjoyed the narrator and the tale set in ancient Egypt. The twisting plot was excellent! The romance is not overbearing but boys might not like that aspect.

Amazing great book

I loved the book it is a family favorite great for kids boys or girls

Great

Is this book was very good it was a phenomenal it really had you hooked on and also the reading of this book was amazing so many amazing I’ve noticed you want to stop reading

I loved it!!

This was one of the best books I’ve read in a long time!! It was a great story of secrets, wars, freedom, and love. Mara is such a strong girl who I would have love to have met! I definitely recommend reading Mara Daughter of the Nile!

Sarah, age 13

Gripping

Story excellently written. Narrator brought it to life! Our whole family enjoyed this ancient adventure.