Books with title Mara, Daughter of the Nile

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

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

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

“You are a creature of nightmares. The visions, the fits, the madness that these people have tried to treat: it is what you are.”Jay knows she’s insane. After all, most people don’t have nightmares when they’re awake. Locked away at thirteen for a crime she doesn’t remember committing, Jay has spent the last five years in a psychiatric hospital unable to distinguish between real life and her waking nightmares. But then she meets Harvey and everything changes. Harvey breaks her out of the hospital, telling her that she isn’t crazy, that she is the living embodiment of a nightmare: a mara.As Jay struggles to control the nightmares within her, she is faced with opponents outside her own mind: Harvey’s brother Edmund, whose affection for Jay seems too good to be true, the mother who abandoned her as a child, and an entire court of mara who want to kill her for merely existing.In this dark YA fantasy, Jay is torn between the waking world and the realm of nightmares and must work to control her powers and achieve her destiny before forces darker than her own nightmares lock her away for good.Fans of Leigh Bardugo and L.J. Smith will love this story of romance, madness, and nightmare fairies.This book is for anyone who loves:* A new spin on Norse and Viking legends*Tales of dreams and nightmares*Stories about madness and insanity*Teen and Young Adult Paranormal Romance* New Adult Paranormal Romance* Magical Powers and Supernatural Creatures*Psychological Thrillers*Coming of age tales with a paranormal twist*YA set in the Pacific Northwest

For lovers of classic historical fiction, a sumptuous and enthralling novel about history’s most intriguing queen from internationally bestselling author, Colin Falconer."This is the riveting story of Egypt's last and greatest queen ... creating a vivid portrait of an unforgettable woman who thrived and triumphed in a world ruled by men." - Publishers WeeklyCleopatra is barely more than a girl when she inherits an empire stretching from the scorched deserts of lower Egypt to the shining Mediterranean metropolis of Alexandria, with its famed library and lighthouse.But it is Rome, not Egypt, that rules the world. Her rule is constantly imperilled by court conspiracies and Roman treachery. She survives through her alliances with the great Julius Caesar, a wily politician and battle-hardened general with a weakness for women; and the charismatic but reckless Marc Antony. The love affair between Antony and Cleopatra remains one of the ancient world's greatest love affairs. But when the tide finally turns against her, she plots a last, spectacular manoeuvre to save her children and her empire. Perfect for fans of Margaret George, Colleen McCullough and Wilbur Smith.Cleopatra was originally published in the US as When We Were Gods, and has since been translated into seven languages. It was a bestseller in Brazil, Australia and Germany.*THIS 2019 EDITION INCLUDES EDITORIAL REVISIONS*What reviewers are saying about CLEOPATRA, Daughter of the Nile“Falconer’s Cleopatra is vulnerable, intelligent and liberated, defined by her wit as much as her beauty.” - Publishers Weekly"A wonderful story … not just a rehash of history but rather a refreshing look at this clever and charismatic leader … pulsating with the passion of a woman." – Womens Weekly Book of the Month“Makes dry history into a real rip-roaring read. In Falconer’s hands, Cleopatra is a smart, sexy and sassy heroine.” - Australian Womens Forum Book of the Month“Spectacular historical fiction blazing with intrigue, romance and dramatic action." – Booklist"Falconer paints an enthralling fictional portrait of the one of the most powerful and beguiling women of all ages.’ - Margaret Flanagan, American Library AssociationDISCOVER MORE COLIN FALCONER HISTORICAL FICTIONCLASSIC HISTORY:Book 1: SILK ROADBook 2: HAREMBook 3: A VAIN AND INDECENT WOMANBook 4: CLEOPATRA: Daughter of the NileBook 5: AZTECBook 6: STIGMATABook 7: EAST INDIABook 8: A GREAT LOVE OF SMALL PROPORTIONISABELLA: Braveheart of France (published by LAKE UNION)20TH CENTURY STORIES:Book 1: ANASTASIABook 2: MY BEAUTIFUL SPYBook 3: SLEEPING WITH THE ENEMYBook 4: LIVE FOR METHE UNKILLABLE KITTY O’KANE (published by LAKE UNION)LOVING LIBERTY LEVINE (published by LAKE UNION)COLIN FALCONER CRIME:VENOMLUCIFER FALLS (published by Little, Brown London)INNOCENCE DIES (published by Little, Brown London)

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

New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Dray’s historical fiction series comes to a stunning conclusion as the daughter of Cleopatra risks everything to revive her dynasty.After years of abuse as the emperor’s captive in Rome, Cleopatra Selene is now a powerful queen, ruling over the exotic kingdom of Mauretania with her husband, King Juba II, by her side. But when a jealous Augustus Caesar demands that her children be given over to him to be fostered in Rome, Selene is drawn back into the web of imperial plots and intrigues that she vowed to leave behind...Determined and resourceful, Selene must shield her loved ones from the emperor’s wrath, all while vying with ruthless rivals like King Herod. But unless she can find a way to overcome the threat to her marriage, kingdom, family, and faith, Selene may very well be the last of her line...

New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Dray’s historical fiction series comes to a stunning conclusion as the daughter of Cleopatra risks everything to revive her dynasty.After years of abuse as the emperor’s captive in Rome, Cleopatra Selene is now a powerful queen, ruling over the exotic kingdom of Mauretania with her husband, King Juba II, by her side. But when a jealous Augustus Caesar demands that her children be given over to him to be fostered in Rome, Selene is drawn back into the web of imperial plots and intrigues that she vowed to leave behind...Determined and resourceful, Selene must shield her loved ones from the emperor’s wrath, all while vying with ruthless rivals like King Herod. But unless she can find a way to overcome the threat to her marriage, kingdom, family, and faith, Selene may very well be the last of her line...

For lovers of classic historical fiction, a sumptuous and enthralling novel about history’s most intriguing queen from internationally bestselling author, Colin Falconer."This is the riveting story of Egypt's last and greatest queen ... creating a vivid portrait of an unforgettable woman who thrived and triumphed in a world ruled by men." - Publishers WeeklyCleopatra is barely more than a girl when she inherits an empire stretching from the scorched deserts of lower Egypt to the shining Mediterranean metropolis of Alexandria, with its famed library and lighthouse.But it is Rome, not Egypt, that rules the world. Her rule is constantly imperilled by court conspiracies and Roman treachery. She survives through her alliances with the great Julius Caesar, a wily politician and battle-hardened general with a weakness for women; and the charismatic but reckless Marc Antony. The love affair between Antony and Cleopatra remains one of the ancient world's greatest love affairs. But when the tide finally turns against her, she plots a last, spectacular manoeuvre to save her children and her empire. Perfect for fans of Margaret George, Colleen McCullough and Wilbur Smith.Cleopatra was originally published in the US as When We Were Gods, and has since been translated into seven languages. It was a bestseller in Brazil, Australia and Germany.*THIS 2019 EDITION INCLUDES EDITORIAL REVISIONS What reviewers are saying about CLEOPATRA, Daughter of the Nile“Falconer’s Cleopatra is vulnerable, intelligent and liberated, defined by her wit as much as her beauty.” - Publishers Weekly"A wonderful story … not just a rehash of history but rather a refreshing look at this clever and charismatic leader … pulsating with the passion of a woman." – Womens Weekly Book of the Month“Makes dry history into a real rip-roaring read. In Falconer’s hands, Cleopatra is a smart, sexy and sassy heroine.” - Australian Womens Forum Book of the Month“Spectacular historical fiction blazing with intrigue, romance and dramatic action." – Booklist"Falconer paints an enthralling fictional portrait of the one of the most powerful and beguiling women of all ages.’ - Margaret Flanagan, American Library AssociationDISCOVER MORE COLIN FALCONER HISTORICAL FICTIONCLASSIC HISTORY:Book 1: SILK ROADBook 2: HAREMBook 3: A VAIN AND INDECENT WOMANBook 4: CLEOPATRA: Daughter of the NileBook 5: AZTECBook 6: STIGMATABook 7: EAST INDIABook 8: A GREAT LOVE OF SMALL PROPORTIONISABELLA: Braveheart of France (published by LAKE UNION)20TH CENTURY STORIES:Book 1: ANASTASIABook 2: MY BEAUTIFUL SPYBook 3: SLEEPING WITH THE ENEMYBook 4: LIVE FOR METHE UNKILLABLE KITTY O’KANE (published by LAKE UNION)LOVING LIBERTY LEVINE (published by LAKE UNION)COLIN FALCONER CRIME:VENOMLUCIFER FALLS (published by Little, Brown London)INNOCENCE DIES (published by Little, Brown London)